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Common Chicory (Blue Sailors)

Cichorium intybus

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Field Notes

Description:

Handsome superb shade of blue wildflower. The flower heads close about noon and in the rain. The taproot was dried, ground, and added to coffee to improve the flavor.

Habitat:

Roadsides, in old fields, and waste places.

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PublishedSeptember 10, 2013

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