Beetroot
Beta vulgaris var. crassa
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Probably all Beta are one species and 2 main forms - Cicla - for leaves, and Contiva - for roots. Also put in the family Chenopodiaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Andorra, Balkans, East Africa, Macedonia, Madagascar
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Root