Origin: Originally Mediterranean and in many parts of England, Ireland and Scotland, but commonly found in the U.S. and Europe today.
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| Name: Chicory |
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| Biological Name: Cichorium intybus | ||
| Common Names: Succory, Blue Sailors, Wild Succory, Garden endive, Endive | ||
Origin: Originally Mediterranean and in many parts of England, Ireland and Scotland, but commonly found in the U.S. and Europe today. |
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| Description: A perennial scraggly plant with light blue to violet blue flowers blooming through July to September. The stiff, angular stems grow 2 to 3 feet high with lateral branches that spread a considerable distance from the stock. The bitter dried leaves and root stocks are collected in autumn. |
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| Inno-Vita Parts Used: Root, Root Fiber. | ||
| Uses:Chicory root is well known for its beneficial effects on the digestive system and glandular organs. The dried properties provide a laxative, diuretic and cleansing effect on the digestive system. |
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| Inno-Vita Formulas: Kidney-Klear, Lepterra, Xpleen. | ||
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