Varappu Kudainchan

 

Story

 

Roots of this variety penetrate to a great depth into the ridges and are hence called ‘Varappu kudainchan’ (Varappu- ridges; Kudainchan- penetrator in Tamil).

 

 

Special Features

 

The rice of this variety is ideal for making idly.

 

 

Season

 

It is normally cultivated during Navarai and Kuruvai season. (December 15th to March 14th and June 1st to August 31st).

 

 

Soil Type

 

Clayey soil is preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

Crop Duration

 

110-115 days

 

 

Height

 

It grows upto a height of 124 cms.

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

The colour of the rice is red and it has a coarse rice quality.

 

 

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