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A highly prized and rare mushroom (fungus), that grows underground near the roots of trees. Most varieties of truffles that are considered edible are found 2 to 3 inches below the surface of the ground, but can be found as deep as 10 to 15 inches down.

Generally considered to be a salad green, chicory is a relative of the endive family of greens, known as Cichorium.