Garlic can be divided into large clove garlic and small clove garlic according to the garlic clove size classification; according to the garlic bulb outer skin color classification, it can be divided into purple garlic and white garlic; Variety of double-layer garlic clothing; according to the ecological adaptability classification, garlic can be divided into low-temperature sensitive type, low-temperature intermediate type, and low-temperature dull type.
origin
Garlic originated in Central Asia and the Mediterranean region. It was introduced to China during the Han Dynasty. It was introduced to Japan and South Asia in the 9th century. It was cultivated in Africa and South America before the 16th century. It was introduced to North America in the 18th century. Widely cultivated. In recent years, China's garlic planting and processing industries have developed rapidly. The main production areas include Shandong, Jiangsu, Henan, Sichuan, and Shaanxi. In 2016, China's garlic planting area reached 791257hm², and its output reached 21197131t, both ranking first in the world.