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Beetberry (Blitum capitatum)

Beetberry (Blitum capitatum) is a leafy annual herb producing edible leaves and clusters of bright red, berry-like fruits.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Regular

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Regular

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.

Fertilizer

Light

Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Vegetable, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Annual

Plant Height

0.2-0.6 m

Spread

0.2-0.4 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

<1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Chenopodium capitatum (L.) Asch.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyAmaranthaceae
  • genusBlitum
  • speciesBlitum capitatum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

None

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