Common Beet Collection

Root Crops and Vegetables, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Root Crops and Vegetables: Plate 14

Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris)
Illustration of a Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris)

Beetroot
Illustration of a vegetable Beetroot

Aniseroot botanical engraving 1843
A Flora of the State of New York by John Torrey Vol. 1 - Carroll and Cook Printers Albany, NY 1843

Food chopping machine
Illustration of a food chopping machine

Red fodder beet
Illustration of a Red fodder beet

Illustration, assorted fresh fruit and vegetables, Cauliflower and Cabbage heads, Marrow, Apples, Pear, Potatoes, Runner Beans, Leak, Carrot, Strawberries, Blackberries, Beetroot

Illustration of potato plant, carrots, onions, tomato plant, leeks, parsnips, beetroot, shallots, ma

Pak choi

Close-up of beetroot mayonnaise being stirred using a metal fork

Beta vulgaris, common beet
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum, London

Beta vulgaris, spinach beet
Illustration from Icones Plantarum Medicinalium (1784) by Johann Zorn. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Rediscovering the Common Beet: A Victorian Botanical Illustration of Root Crops and Vegetables" Delve into the world of root crops and vegetables with this captivating Victorian botanical illustration featuring the common beet, Beta vulgaris. Known for its various forms such as sugar beet, spinach beet, and beetroot, this versatile plant has been a staple in culinary traditions for centuries. Transport yourself back to 1843 as you admire an exquisite engraving showcasing aniseroot, highlighting the intricate details that captivated botanists of that era. Imagine the excitement they felt when discovering the vibrant hues and earthy flavors found within each beetroot. Witness how technology has transformed our relationship with food through a fascinating depiction of a food chopping machine effortlessly slicing through fresh beetroots. This innovation revolutionized cooking techniques, making it easier than ever to incorporate these nutritious roots into our meals. Explore beyond traditional red fodder beets as you immerse yourself in an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables. Cauliflower heads stand tall alongside cabbage heads while apples, pears, potatoes, runner beans, leaks, carrots, strawberries, blackberries all share space with vibrant beetroot on this colorful canvas. Marvel at another illustration capturing nature's bounty—potato plants thriving alongside carrots onions tomato plants leeks parsnips shallots—and prominently featured is none other than the humble yet remarkable beetroot. Its presence among these esteemed companions speaks volumes about its significance in our diet. Discover new culinary possibilities by incorporating pak choi—a leafy green vegetable—with your beloved beetroots. The combination promises both visual appeal and tantalizing flavors that will elevate any dish to new heights. Finally, witness artistry in motion as close-up imagery showcases homemade beetroot mayonnaise being stirred using a metal fork. The creamy texture blending seamlessly with rich color evokes anticipation for indulging in delightful creations made possible by this unassuming root crop.