Family: Asteraceae
blue-sailors, more..., chicory
[Cichorium intybus f. albiflorum L., more, Cichorium intybus f. roseum L.]
Etymology: Cichorium: Latinized version of an Arabic name for one species of this genus from the Greek kichore, which usually carries a common name of chicory or endive Plants: erect, perennial, 1'-6' tall forb with milky juice; stems widely branched; long taproot Leaves: alternate, entire to pinnately-divided, becoming smaller toward the top Flowers: head up to 1 1/2" wide with many blue to white rays, no disk; inflorescence of 1-3 widely spaced heads from upper leaf axils; blooms July-Oct. Fruits: dry, smooth seed without a fluffy pappus Habitat: disturbed sites, roadsides Invasiveness: Invasive - Eradicate! Conservation Status: Introduced - naturalized; ecologically invasive
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