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escarola

Cichorium endivia

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Chad), Asia (India, Turkey), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Peru).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Korean Kkot-sang-chi
Spanish escarola
French Endive
German Endivie
Portuguese chicória

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of escarola?
The scientific name of escarola is Cichorium endivia. It belongs to the genus Cichorium.
Where does escarola live?
escarola is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Chad), Asia (India, Turkey), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Peru).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chad, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does escarola belong to?
escarola (Cichorium endivia) belongs to the genus Cichorium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does escarola belong to?
escarola (Cichorium endivia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of escarola?
The closest relatives of escarola in the genus Cichorium include achicoria de Bruselas.

Native Range — 23 Countries

Genus Cichorium — 2 Species

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achicoria de Bruselas
Cichorium intybus
LC
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escarola
Cichorium endivia
NE

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