Chives are a small perennial plant from the Amaryllidaceae family and are related to the onion. Chives are cultivated as ornamental plants because of their attractive flowers and as a herb because of their flavorful leaves.
The genus Allium has over 300 species[1]. Many sources show that chives come from the Mediterranean or the Alps. However, numerous botanical studies suggest that Siberia is the original homeland. Today, chives are found in countries with temperate climates.
