Beetroot.

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Nivel de cuidados

Fácil

Tipo de planta

Vegetable

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 3 a 7 días

Tamaño adulto

12 to 18 inches tall

Ritmo de crecimiento

Rápido

Rusticidad

USDA 2 a 11

Floración

Late spring to summer of the second year

Cuidados

Keep the soil consistently moist to ensure the roots develop properly without becoming woody. Watch for wilting leaves as a sign that the plant needs a drink. Thin your seedlings early so each beet has enough room to grow to its full size.

Riego

Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged to prevent the roots from cracking.

Abonado

Apply a balanced, low nitrogen fertilizer once a month to encourage root development over leaf growth.

Poda

Remove any yellowing or damaged outer leaves to keep the plant healthy and focused on root production.

Trasplante

Beets are typically grown directly in the ground and do not require repotting.

Suelo

Well draining, loose, loamy soil

pH del suelo

6.0 to 7.5

Temperatura

5 a 25°C

Humedad

40 a 70%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Moderada

Longevidad

Biennial, typically grown as an annual for harvest.

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Moderada

Seguridad

Personas

The plant is generally safe to eat, though high consumption of leaves can be problematic due to high oxalate content.

Niños

No specific risks, but keep an eye on small children around garden tools used for harvesting.

Alérgenos por contacto

Handling the foliage may cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals due to plant juices.

Alérgenos en el aire

Pollen from the flowering stalks can trigger seasonal allergies in sensitive people.

Comestibilidad

Beets contain oxalates which may contribute to kidney stones in sensitive individuals.

Cómo identificarla

• Deep red or purple taproot
• Large, heart shaped green leaves
• Prominent red or pink leaf veins
• Smooth, round or tapered root shape

Altura

0,3 a 0,6m

Anchura

0,2 a 0,4m

Hojas

green, red, purple, deciduous

Flores

green, white, 0,5 a 1cm

Frutos

brown, Summer to autumn

Problemas frecuentes

• Cercospora leaf spot — Fungal infection causing small circular spots on leaves.
• Beet leafhopper — Small insects that feed on sap and transmit viruses.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

seed

Cuándo plantar

spring, late summer

Cuidados en invierno

In mild climates, mulch the soil to protect the roots. In cold climates, harvest all roots before the ground freezes.

En maceta

Beets grow well in containers at least 30 cm deep to allow for root development.

Plant beets in rows between taller crops to maximize space in the vegetable garden.

Buenas compañeras

• Judía común — Beans fix nitrogen in the soil which helps the beets grow.
• Lettuce — These shallow rooted greens grow well alongside the deeper rooted beets.
• Cebolla — Onions have a different root structure that does not compete for space.

Mantenla lejos de

• Judía común — Pole beans can shade out the beets and compete for nutrients.

Especies parecidas

• Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris — It is the same species but bred specifically for its edible leaves.

Ciencia

Familia

Amaranthaceae

Género

Beta

Orden

Caryophyllales

Clase

Magnoliopsida

Distribución natural

Coastal regions of Europe and North Africa.

Conservación

Not of conservation concern as it is a widely cultivated crop.

It naturally grows in saline, sandy soils along seashores, which explains its high salt tolerance.

Valor para la fauna

nectar source

Polinizadores

abejas, mariposas

Usos

culinary root vegetable, leafy green vegetable, natural food coloring

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

Lo que más preguntan

Why are my beet roots small?

This is often caused by overcrowding or soil that is too compacted.

Can I eat the beet greens?

Yes, beet greens are highly nutritious and can be prepared like spinach.

De dónde viene el nombre

The genus name Beta is the ancient Latin name for the plant, while vulgaris simply means common.

Bueno saberlo

• Beets are a primary source of commercial sugar production in temperate regions.
• The red pigment in beets is used as a natural food dye known as betanin.
• Ancient Romans used beet juice as an aphrodisiac.
• Beets can be pickled, roasted, or eaten raw in salads.