We are offering garlic. allium sativum, commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion genus, allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive, and rakkyo. With a history of human use of over 6,000 years, garlic is native to central asia, and has long been a staple in the mediterranean region, as well as a frequent seasoning in asia, africa, and europe. It was known to ancient egyptians, and has been used for both culinary and medicinal purposes.