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Chicory

Cichorium intybus

Chicory is not normally considered a weed but rather a wildflower but since the N.J. Legislature wanted to name it a noxious weed it is probably best to include it here. It is a perennial by virtue of a taproot which is sometimes used for coffee.

Photo of Chicory

Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension

Photo of Chicory Flower

Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension