The national emblem of Wales is the LEEK, which is a vegetable with a long white stem and green leaves. The LEEK has been associated with Wales since the 7th century, when it was adopted by King Cadwaladr as a symbol of his people. It is said that he ordered his soldiers to wear leeks in their helmets during a battle against the Saxons, and they were victorious. The LEEK is now seen as a symbol of Welsh pride and patriotism.