Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hybridum
ID:
50768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halácsy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
E. von Halácsy, Consp. Fl. Graec. 2. 1902 179 1902

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050097

Common Names

  • Hybrid Chicory
  • Cichorium Hybridum
  • Hybrid Cichorium

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Description

Cichorium hybridum (also called Chicory, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It has a thick, fleshy root and is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cichorium hybridum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cichorium hybridum is a yellow-brown disc floret, with a white pappus. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cichorium hybridum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be propagated from seed, but it is best to sow the seeds in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location and should be kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Cichorium hybridum

Cichorium hybridum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Cichorium hybridum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cichorium hybridum?

Cichorium hybridum

What is the common name of Cichorium hybridum?

Hybrid Chicory

What type of plant is Cichorium hybridum?

Perennial herb

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-148628: Based on the initial data import
Eugen von Halácsy (1842-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halácsy' in the authors string.