Garlic

Garlic is a species in the onion family. It is best grown in sandy and sandy clay soil in mild climates. The bulb of garlic, which is the part that is mostly used, is divided in several fleshy sections (cloves) that can be consumed raw or cooked.

Garlic has a culinary and medicinal use. It has a pungent taste and aroma and is used in cuisines all over the world. Garlic is said to prevent heart diseases and have a positive effect on high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Garlic plays a big role in superstition. In Central European legends, garlic is believed to protect against werewolves, demons and vampires. In India, garlic supposedly protects the house from snakes.