Beta vugaris (beetroot, Swiss chard, sugar beet, mangold...)!

Beetroot, spinach beets, Swiss chard, sugar beets, mangel wurzel and fodder beets are all the same species?! Which plant is the wild ancestor of this widely cultivated vegetable? What is mangel wurzel? Why should you consider growing and incorporating Beta vulgaris into your diet?Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References: https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.htmlhttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/353802475_Evolution_of_Root_Morphology_in_Table_Beet_Historical_and_Iconographichttps://www.betterhensandgardens.com/growing-mangel-beets-for-chickens/https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.htmlhttps://www.seedsavers.org/grow-beethttps://www.nutritionadvance.com/beet-greens-nutrition-benefits/

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Learning the binomial nomenclature (scientific names) of biota is a fascinating way to glean insight into the natural world. Though daunting at first, they can become familiar and accessible with the help of melody and context. This podcast will present tunes where the scientific names of species comprise the lyrical content. Episodes will describe habitats, growing conditions, nutritional information, and locate species within their taxonomic hierarchy. Historical significance, interviews and anecdotal stories will also be presented. Each musical release will inspire eight weekly episodes. Come grow with me!