Beta vulgaris altissima Sugar beet (Chenopodiaceae)

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Beta vulgaris altissima
Sugar beet
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The Beta vulgaris altissima plant species is found in A cultivated form of B. vulgaris maritima that is grown for the sugar content of its root. It is a member of the Chenopodiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sugar beet. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. vulgaris rapa.

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Latin Name:  Beta vulgaris altissima
Common Name:  Sugar beet
Family:  Chenopodiaceae
Author:  Rossio.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation.

Edible Uses: Root - raw or cooked. The root contains 16 - 20% sugar and this is often extracted and used as a sweetener[142]. This plant is a major source of sugar in many temperate areas. The root can also be used as a vegetable. When cooked it is quite tender, but with some fibrous strands. It has a very sweet flavour that some people find too sweet[K]. The raw root is rather tough, but makes a pleasant addition to salads when grated finely[K]. Leaves - raw or cooked. A very acceptable spinach substitute[K]. Some people dislike the raw leaves since they can leave an unpleasant taste in the mouth[K].

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