Response of Chive (<i>Allium schoenoprasum</i> L.) Plant to Natural Fertilizers

Abstract

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum L.) is a perennial plant [Singh et al., 2018], which was recently introduced to the Egyptian market. It belongs to the Alliaceae family and the Allium genus, which contains many important plants such as garlic, leeks, shallots, and onion [Yoldas et al., 2019]. Because it is has medicinal and edible functions [Jiang-xue et al., 2018], it is widely cultivated around the world. The plant is distinguished in taste and rich in sulfur compounds that can be used for its antimicrobial properties [Krishnan and Nair, 2016]. Ghasemian et al., [2018], found that; the A. schoenoprasum extracts exhibited higher activity against S. aureus and B. cereus strains. Moreover, numerous studies indicate that the plant has antioxidant properties [Lim, 2015]. In a study conducted in 2017, it was reported that; a chives plant could be used as an antioxidant [Bezmaternykh et al., 2017]. Another study, confirmed that; the A. schoenoprasum L. leaves can be considered as a potential antioxidant [Pesantes et al., 2019]. Moreover, chives are a nutrient-dense food, which contains thiamin, zinc and phosphorus; they are a very good source of fibers, vitamins, and minerals such

Allium Species in the Balkan Region—Major Metabolites, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties

“…Purple, ball-shaped flowers classify this species as an attractive ornamental plant [42]. Considering their healing effect, many studies have indicated that chives exhibit antioxidant activity [43]. Research by Eisazadeh et al has shown that chives are suitable for phytoremediation, especially for reducing the concentration of cadmium in contaminated soil [44].…”