Which cereal belongs to Oryza sativa?

What is the family of Oryza sativa?

The family of Oryza sativa is a member of Poaceae or grass family.

It has two varieties: indica: This variety of rice crops in humid tropics and sub-tropics which produce food grains. Japonica: This variety is mostly grown in temperate climate which yields large quantities of food grains. Where are the two varieties of Oryza sativa grown? The major part of the Oryza sativa is grown in Asia, Africa, Australia, and also in some parts of Europe. The remaining part of the rice crop is produced in countries like China, Sri Lanka, and other Asian countries.

Why do we need this cereal plant? The major part of the grain grown in the world is wheat and rice. Rice is considered as the staple food and source of protein in many parts of the world. India is the only country, which has a significant percentage of rice crop as a food source. Rice helps in the development of the digestive system of an infant which leads to the proper functioning of the stomach and intestines. Also, it helps in the development of the skin, blood, and immune system.

Benefits of growing plants: The Oryza sativa or rice is a cereal plant with several important medicinal properties. Plants like sugar cane, tobacco, and hemp help in the production of many important human drugs including codeine and morphine. Therefore, this plant has been used for medical purposes.

There are various benefits of growing the rice plant that are listed below: Rice can be grown on any land which is left bare. So, it is less expensive to grow a rice crop.

For this, no soil preparation is required. It does not require water for the growth of rice plants.

It uses less water to grow and requires less care for the pest control and disease prevention. It can be harvested on a regular basis. This plant can be grown from seeds also. This plant is highly tolerant to different environmental conditions and diseases. It yields better quality food grains and high-grade rice byproducts. It is non-irritating to skin. It is good for the health of the human body and promotes the healthy development of human bodies.

This crop is easy to harvest from the growing stage till harvesting stage. It improves the taste of our food.