Cichorium intybus subsp. intybus
Cichorium intybus intybus
Cichorium intybus subsp. intybus, commonly known as chicory, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its bitter properties. Rich in inulin and sesquiterpene lactones, it is traditionally used to support digestive health, stimulate bile production, and support liver function. This perennial herb remains a cornerstone in herbal digestive therapies.
- Scientific name: Cichorium intybus subsp. intybus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, scientifically known as Cichorium intybus subsp. intybus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and falls under the genus Cichorium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cichorium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name Cichorium intybus intybus in English (en), Cichorium intybus intybus in French (fr), Cichorium intybus intybus in Russian (ru), Cichorium intybus intybus in Spanish (es), and Cichorium intybus intybus in Italian (it), is widely recognized for its various medicinal and nutritional properties.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
| fr | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
| ru | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
| es | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
| it | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
| bg | Cichorium intybus intybus | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific presence across several regions within Northern Europe. In the western parts of the continent, it can be found growing in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving further north, its distribution extends into the Scandinavian Peninsula, including Norway. The species is also documented within the borders of Denmark. Finally, its geographical range reaches as far as Finland in the northeastern reaches of Northern Europe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |