Oryza sativa
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Definition
- Noun:
- A cultivated grass species: Oryza sativa is the scientific name for the most common and widely cultivated species of rice plant. It is a cereal grain that is a primary source of carbohydrates and calories for a large portion of the global population.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The genetic diversity of Oryza sativa is crucial for breeding resilient crops.
- Farmers have cultivated various subspecies of Oryza sativa for thousands of years.
- This research focuses on improving the drought tolerance of Oryza sativa.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific and agricultural contexts: The term is used formally to specify the plant species, distinguishing it from other rice species like (African rice).
- The study compared the yield of Oryza sativa indica and japonica subspecies.
Variants and Related Words
- Rice (n): The common name for the edible starchy grains produced by .
- We had steamed rice with dinner.
- Paddy (n): A field where is grown.
- The paddies were flooded for the rice plants.
- Oryza (n): The genus to which this species belongs.
- The genus Oryza includes several wild rice species.
Synonyms
- Asian rice: A common name distinguishing it from other rice species.
- Cultivated rice: Emphasizes its status as a domesticated agricultural plant.
Related Phrases
- Staple crop: is a quintessential staple crop for billions.
- Cereal grain: is classified as a cereal grain, similar to wheat and maize.
Noun
- yields the staple food of 50 percent of world's population