Definition

1. 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

1. yields the staple food of 50 percent of world's population