Chives
Botanical Name: Allium schoenoprasum
Family Name: Amaryllidaceae
Plant Description: Grass-like herb with hollow stems and purple flower balls
Ecosystem: Meadows, gardens
Size: 30–50 cm
Shape: Clump-forming, upright
Geographical Origin: Europe, Asia
Current Distribution: Global in temperate zones
Flower Shapes and Colours: Round clusters of light purple flowers
Seed Types and Size: Small black seeds
Uses: Culinary, ornamental
Parts Used: Leaves, flowers
Medicinal Uses: Mild antiseptic, supports digestion
Planetary Influences: Mars
Metaphysical Uses: Protection, repelling negativity
Elemental Association: Fire