so far that scientists can only make intelligent guesses as to where the rice genus (Oryza) first grew. One theory maintains that rice arose in the ancient supercontinent known as Gondwana.

Indica and japonica are the main subspecies of the Oryza sativa L. rice cultivated in China. The research team found that ...

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a staple food for over half of the world's population, alongside major crops like maize, potatoes, ...