Endive is related to the chicory plant. Its origins are unknown but it was indigenous to ancient Egypt where it was used as one of the bitter herbs of the Passover (Exodus 12:8, Numbers 9:11). The plant is used in salads throughout the world today.

Cultivation

Grow as you would lettuce. Use the leaves in salads.

Bible References

Exodus 12:8: And they shall eat the flesh in that night, roast with fire, and unleavened bread; and with bitter herbs they shall eat it. Numbers 9:11: The fourteenth day of the second month at even they shall keep it, and eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs.

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