Product Name: Garlic

Scientific Name: Allium sativum

General Description: Garlic is a highly valued culinary and medicinal plant known for its pungent flavor and health benefits. It is a staple ingredient in many cuisines around the world, used both fresh and in various processed forms. Garlic belongs to the onion family, Alliaceae, and is closely related to onions, shallots, and leeks.

Physical Characteristics:

• Bulb: Garlic is typically grown for its bulb, which is composed of numerous smaller segments called cloves.
• Cloves: Each garlic bulb can contain 10-20 cloves. Cloves are encased in a thin, papery skin.
• Color: The outer skin of the bulb is usually white to off-white, while the cloves can range from creamy white to light pink or purple.
• Shape: The bulb is round with a slightly flattened base.

Taste and Aroma: Garlic has a strong, pungent aroma and a spicy, sharp flavor when raw. When cooked, it mellows significantly, developing a sweeter, nuttier taste. The intensity of garlic can vary depending on how it is prepared.