Garlic (Allium sativum) is a plant that may reach 50 cm to 120 cm, and forming a bulb containing various segments, normally called "garlic cloves". These as well cooked raw or roasted, is generally used as a spice or condiment in various types of culinary dishes due to its distinctive flavor can be consumed. Although less used, young leaves, scapes (flower stalks), the flowers, the bulblets arising from flowers and seeds can also be eaten.