Beet

The beet is a plant with a rounded fleshy taproot. Cultivars of the beet include

Beet cultivars

Notable varieties of beetroot include

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• Red Ace, the principal variety of beet found in U.S. supermarkets, typical for its bright red root and red-veined green foliage.
• Bull's Blood, an open-pollinated variety originally from Britain, known for its dark red foliage. It is grown prinicipally for its leaves, which add color to salad.
• Chioggia, an open-pollinated variety originally grown in Italy. Its roots contain concentric rings of red and white flesh, giving a striking visual appeal when sliced.
• Lutz Greenleaf, a variety with a red root and green leaves, with a reputation for maintaining its quality well in storage.