What's the difference between a green onion and a scallion?

by Cookthink

The words green onion and scallion are generally interchangeable; they both most often refer to immature members of the sweet onion family. In general, green onions or scallions are vegetables with a white base and long straight green leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked (both parts). In Europe, the term spring onion refers to green onions that have a fatter but mild white bulb and long green leaves. recipe: Boiled Eggs With Green Onions, Bell Pepper And Ginger (cookthink) recipe: Green Onion Beer Bread (Coconut & Lime)