Endive (/ˈɛndaɪv/ or /ˈɑːndiv/; Cichorium endivia) is a leaf vegetable belonging to the genus Cichorium, which includes several similar bitter leafed vegetables. Species include endive (Cichorium endivia), Cichorium pumilum, and common chicory (Cichorium intybus). Common chicory includes chicory types such as radicchio, puntarelle, and Belgian endive.There is considerable confusion between Cichorium endivia and Cichorium intybus.