Chicory
Cichorium intybus L.
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
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Cichorium intybus
L., Chicory:
(Bayer
Code:
CICIN; US Code CIIN)
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Simple perennial with large tap-root native to Europe
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Native to Europe; roots used as coffee substitute or additive
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Forms a basal rosette of leaves almost identical to
dandelion leaves (lanceolate,
with deep angular teeth), except usually more reddish than dandelion
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Leaves of plant are eaten as one type of endive
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Has bright blue flowers on 1-3' stalk that are open only in the
morning or on very overcast days
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Spreads readily by seed; found commonly on roadsides and in fields
and pastures—is not toxic for grazing animals