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Beta vulgaris
BeetrootHerb
Beta vulgaris (beet) is a species of flowering plant in the subfamily Betoideae of the family Amaranthaceae. It is a perennial plant usually growing up to 120 centimetres (4 ft) tall.
FamilyAmaranthaceae
GenusBeta
NativeCentral Asia
LifespanCool-temperate to Mediterranean; coastal salt marsh, sea cliffs,shingle beaches; cultivated forms adapted to a wide range of temperateagricultural soils
Benefits of Beta vulgaris
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Beta vulgaris (beet) is a species of flowering plant in the subfamily Betoideae of the family Amaranthaceae. It is a perennial plant usually growing up to 120 centimetres (4 ft) tall.