Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
lomatogona
ID:
565620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 11: 360 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564952

Common Names

  • Beta lomatogona
  • Lomatogon Beet
  • Lomatogon Beta

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Synonyms

  • Beta longispicata Moq. [unknown]

Description

Beta lomatogona (also called Lomatogonous Beet, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant species with small, yellow flowers and oval leaves. It is native to Europe, and is typically found growing in moist, fertile soils.

Uses & Benefits

Beta lomatogona is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beta lomatogona has small yellow flowers that are about 1/4 inch in diameter. The flowers are followed by small, dark blue berries. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beta lomatogona is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Beta lomatogona

Beta lomatogona is native to Europe, from France to Russia.

Beta lomatogona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beta lomatogona?

Beta lomatogona

What is the common name of Beta lomatogona?

Lomatogon Beets

What is the natural habitat of Beta lomatogona?

Beta lomatogona is native to the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2675572: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.