Beta vulgaris craca Beetroot (Chenopodiaceae)

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Beta vulgaris craca
Beetroot
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The Beta vulgaris craca plant species is found in A cultivated form of B. vulgaris maritima that is grown for its edible root. It is a member of the Chenopodiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Beetroot. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. vulgaris rapacea.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

Latin Name:  Beta vulgaris craca
Common Name:  Beetroot
Family:  Chenopodiaceae
Author:  Alef.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation.

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow March in situ but under protection for an early crop. The first outdoor sowings can also be made in March, choosing varieties that are resistant to bolting in case there is a cold spell in the spring. Sowings for the main crop can be made in April/May to provide roots for autumn, winter and early spring use. Late sowings of fast maturing varieties can be made in June and early July to provide fresh young roots in the autumn.

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Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

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