The onion is a biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the lily family, cultivated for its edible bulb. The plant's stem consists of a flat disk at the base. It produces clusters of pink or white flowers on stalks. Onions left in the ground until fully mature develop into larger, round bulbs with dry outer skins. They are often served with meat, poultry, or fish. Common varieties of dry onions include brown, red, and white onions, all of which offer numerous medicinal benefits.
