Parameter |
Specification |
Common Name |
Garlic |
Botanical Name |
Allium sativum |
Family |
Amaryllidaceae |
Bulb Size |
3 – 6 cm diameter (varies by variety) |
Cloves per Bulb |
10 – 20 cloves (approx.) |
Color |
White to off-white, sometimes purple skin |
Shape |
Bulbous, round with segmented cloves |
Texture |
Firm and papery outer skin |
Weight per Bulb |
20 – 60 grams (varies by variety) |
Odor |
Strong, pungent |
Taste |
Pungent, spicy when raw; mellow when cooked |
Moisture Content |
60% – 70% (fresh garlic) |
Shelf Life |
3 – 6 months (when stored properly) |
Storage Condition |
Cool, dry, and well-ventilated area |