Cichorium intybus
Beautiful lavender flower introduced from Europe
Cichorium intybus common chicory
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Chicory flowers are brightest in the early morning and begin to fade and droop around noon to fall off by the next day. The large tuberous root runs deep underground, it can be ground and used as a tasty coffee substitute. At the base of wiry stems, there are dandelion-like leaves.
Habitat & Range
Common in fields, along roadsides, and wastegrounds.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FACU |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers from July to September.
Cichorium intybus common chicory
Flower
Inflorescence
By a creek
Plant form & habitat
Chickory flower
Flowers
Flower heads
Plant Summary
perennial forb
introduced, common
flower color: blue
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