Cichorium endiva Endive (Compositae)

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Cichorium endiva
Endive
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The Cichorium endiva plant species is found in S. Europe to E. Asia - India. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Endive.

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Latin Name:  Cichorium endiva
Common Name:  Endive
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Rocks and sand by the sea[89].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow in situ early to mid July for an autumn and winter crop and up to mid August for succession. Seedlings can be transplanted[200]. Successional sowings can also be made from April onwards for a summer crop though these plants are liable to bolt in hot weather or if there is a cold snap in late spring[1, 200].

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