Onion (zonyon)
Allium cepa
Onion
zonyon
Oignon
Allium cepa
Traditionally used
Immunity, digestion, antimicrobial, respiratory, skin, circulation
Prepared as
Raw onion eaten daily for immunity, heart health, and antimicrobial protection. Onion syrup: simmer sliced onion with honey 20 minutes, strain, take 1 tbsp three times daily for cough. Roasted onion applied as warm poultice to ear infections and boils. Onion juice applied to insect bites and skin infections. Eat half raw onion daily for cardiovascular benefit.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Ranfòse kò a, ede dijèsyon, touye mikwòb yo, bon pou pwatrin ak respirasyon, geri maladi po a, fè san an sikile byen
Français — Renforcement immunitaire, amélioration de la digestion, propriétés antimicrobiennes, affections respiratoires, soins de la peau, amélioration de la circulation
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside