Beta lomatogona
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 50 cm tall.
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
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It can tolerate salt.
Countries/locations it is found in
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Caucasus, Europe, Georgia, Mediterranean, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Root
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Beta longispicata Moq.;