Nodding Onion
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The Nodding Onion, originally harvested as a food source by the Salish people, has been threatened by habitat loss due to development in southern British Columbia. It represents a loss of traditional knowledge as well as an important First Nations food source. Placing it in the Ark of Taste aims to raise awareness of its dwindling existence and protect its remaining habitat as First Nations communities protest further destruction.
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Nodding Onion
- 1. Nodding OnionBy: Doug Cooper
- 2. History and OriginOriginally harvested by Salish community as a source for food. Typically harvested before flowering, the leaves braided and bulbs cooked in earth ovens.Has been threatened through the loss of its habitat due to new sub divisions and industrial develop in southern British Columbia.
- 3. Reason For Being a Part of the Ark of TasteRepresents a loss of a traditional edible plant that has provided sustenance for hundreds of years.Continues the disconnect between previous generations knowledge of wild plant harvesting and our current knowledge. Is a crucial part of the First Nations food source.
- 4. Steps to Ensuring the Future of the PlantThe plant has been placed in the Ark of Taste to shine a light on its dwindling existence. First Nations communities continue to protest the destruction of the plants natural habitat.