Cichorium intybus Largest Supplier For Sale

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Cichorium intybus, Chicory, Succory

Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Cichorium

Clear blue flowers in the second year. Oval mid green coarsely toothed leaves, with tiny hairs on the underside. Culinary; use young leaves and flowers in salads. The root is used to make a form of coffee.

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Chicory can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka’s Herbetum and is available to buy as both herb plants and online as herb seeds.

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Medicinal

Chicory has been much valued as a bitter digestive tonic throughout history. It is seen as supporting the liver, stomach and bowels, and has a gentle laxative and restorative action.

Chicory root also contains a high proportion of a starch-like compound called inulin, which may be effective in encouraging the growth of helpful gut bacteria and assisting in the regulation of glucose and certain fats in some people.

It is often used to support those with rheumatic conditions and gout. The dried and roasted root has been widely adopted as a coffee substitute.