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Hardy perennial of the uncultivated places from 0,30 to 1 meter of
which one uses leaves and roots.
Chicory's roots are dried, roasted and mixed with coffee to accentuate its bitterness. Cultivated and forced in the dark it gives endives. Out of infusion chicory helps liver, heals digestive disorders and has a diuretic effect. Out of cataplasm it can be applied on furoncles and abscesses. Also : Constipation, oliguria, oedemas, dyspepsia, weakness. In external use : Dermatosis, eczema. Decoction : One spoonful of leaves or chopped roots in a cup water, make boil 5 minutes ; one cup before each meal. 
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