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Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris, is a versatile plant primarily recognized for its nutrient-dense root and leafy greens. Often called beetroot, it is valued in traditional medicine for its antioxidant properties, ability to support cardiovascular health, and potential to enhance physical endurance and detoxification processes.

Family
Amaranthaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Kulturrüben
  • Beta-Rübe

French:

  • betterave

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further categorized under the order Caryophyllales and the family Amaranthaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Beta.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Amaranthaceae
Genus Beta

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific presence across various regions of Northern Europe. In Denmark, it can be found growing within the local landscape. Its distribution also extends further north into the country of Finland. Moving westward, the species is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, the plant completes this northern range by inhabiting the terrain of Norway.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Belgium
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Netherlands

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Activities

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.

Activities reported in Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anticholinesterase 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anticholinesterase

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Antioxidant

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Cytotoxic

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity