Rice Varieties
Karuthakar
Background
This paddy variety is named after its colour. (Karutha – black coloured grain). The details of this variety are mentioned in the Tamil Lexicon. It is widely cultivated in Ramnad district.
Nutritional Properties
It is high in calcium (34.8 mg/ 100 g) and very high in zinc.
Therapeutic Properties
Regular consumption of this variety for 3 years helps to cure piles. It is also used for controlling diabetics and jaundice.
Suggested Dishes
It is used for making idly, dosa and meals.
Seasons
It is normally cultivated during Samba (July 15th to January 14th)
Color and Quality of Rice
The rice is red in colour, which is of bold quality.
Crop duration
140 days
Adopt this Rice
INR 15,000
Background
This paddy variety is named after its colour. (Karutha – black coloured grain). The details of this variety are mentioned in the Tamil Lexicon. It is widely cultivated in Ramnad district.
Nutritional Properties
It is high in calcium (34.8 mg/ 100 g) and very high in zinc.
Therapeutic Properties
Regular consumption of this variety for 3 years helps to cure piles. It is also used for controlling diabetics and jaundice.
Suggested Dishes
It is used for making idly, dosa and meals.
Background
This paddy variety is named after its colour. (Karutha – black coloured grain). The details of this variety are mentioned in the Tamil Lexicon. It is widely cultivated in Ramnad district.
Nutritional Properties
It is high in calcium (34.8 mg/ 100 g) and very high in zinc.
Therapeutic Properties
Regular consumption of this variety for 3 years helps to cure piles. It is also used for controlling diabetics and jaundice.
Suggested Dishes
It is used for making idly, dosa and meals.
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