Description: Common chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a somewhat woody, perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. Plant in full sun in well-draining soil Keep the soil moist but not wet USDA hardiness3-7 It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid and very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. Cichorium intybus, commonly known as chicory, is well known as a coffee substitute but is also widely used medicinally to treat various ailments ranging from wounds to diabetes. Chicory root has a mild laxative effect and decreases swelling. Chicory is also a rich source of beta-carotene. People use chicory for liver and heart health, constipation, indigestion, high blood pressure, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. The flowers of the chicory plant (Cichorii flos) are used as a herbal treatment of everyday ailments such as a tonic and appetite stimulant and as a treatment of gallstones, gastroenteritis, sinus problems, cuts, and bruises [4]. In Italy, the whorls are made into a decoction and used as a depurative. Chicory root also has the ability to detox the liver. The root is able to significantly reduce oxidative stress, and has been found to prevent cell damage and improve conditions within the liver. Chicory root may increase levels of adiponectin, a protein that regulates glucose levels. Chicory roots possess anti-inflammatory activity, and this might be due to the inhibition of various cytokines, antioxidant effects, and their free radical scavenging activity. FREE shipping, NO Tracking. If you require tracking number, please be advised that USPS first class fees/charges $3.94 to provide a tracking number. Please include tracking postal service fee at check or feel free to contact us for any inquiries. Please assure your address is correct. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE YOUR SEEDS within 10 days, please send us a message.*PLANT USES DISCLAIMER* Any information in this listing is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information on this web site for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing any medication or other treatment. *SEEDS DISCLAIMER* Most specialty seeds we offer are NOT fast to germinate. Many take several weeks, months, and some even up towards a year depending on dormancy, region, season etc. It is important that the buyer understands that seeds are perishable products and seed germination can be adversely affected by such factors as mold/fungus, bugs, temperature, moisture content, light intensity, dormancy, care, contamination of planting media among many other reasons. Germination recommendations are sent with each order and the buyer is free to research and use their own methods. Floating seeds do not always indicate that the seed is not viable. Many times, it is a misconception because the seed does not have the density to sink in water. Accordingly, The Plant Attraction does not guarantee seeds to perform properly regardless of conditions or buyer's methods or soil/water/lighting.
Price: 3.24 USD
Location: Kingwood, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-28T13:58:20.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Climate: Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry
Common Name: Chicory
Color: Blue
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Brand: Seed Store
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Type: Herb Seeds
Life Cycle: Biennial
Watering: Light
Genus: Cichorium
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Features: Fast Growing, Self-Pollinating
Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States