mangel-wurzel
plant, Beta vulgaris cultivar
Also known as: mangel, mangold
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Mangel-wurzel, also known as field beet or mangold, is a cultivar of the plant Beta vulgaris. This plant is widely cultivated for its edible leaves and roots. While primarily known as a succulent feed for livestock, mangel-wurzel is also gaining popularity as a garden vegetable, with both its root and leaves being edible. The roots can be quite large, with some reported to weigh up to 20 kg (44 pounds). Mangel-wurzel has a high sucrose content, similar to sugar beets. The term "wurzel" is a shortened form of mangel-wurzel.1234
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