Chicorium intybus - Chickory
Chickory grows from 1 to 6 feet tall. The leaves are alternate. The lower leaves are toothed or pinnately lobed, oblanceolate, and 3 to 10 inches long. The upper leaves are reduced and entire or toothed. The flower is pale blue.
This flower was introduced from Eurasia. The root is used as a flavoring for coffee in many countries.
It flowers from June to October. It is considered occasional, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.
This flower was introduced from Eurasia. The root is used as a flavoring for coffee in many countries.
It flowers from June to October. It is considered occasional, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.