Description
- Botanical / Biological Category
Common Name: Pusa Basmati Rice
Scientific Name: Oryza sativa (Pusa Basmati variety)
Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Type: Cereal grain / Annual grass
Part Used: Grains (dehusked and polished rice) - Food & Nutrition Category
Food Category: Staple food / Cereal grain
Nutritional Category:
- High in carbohydrates
- Moderate in protein
- Low in fat and sodium
- Gluten-free
- Contains essential minerals like iron, magnesium, and phosphorus
- Processing / Product Category
Paddy Rice: Harvested, unprocessed rice with husk
Raw Pusa Basmati Rice: Dehusked and polished long-grain rice
Steamed / Parboiled Rice: Partially boiled before milling to enhance shelf life and nutrition
Cooked Pusa Basmati Rice: Long, aromatic, fluffy grains with a soft texture and delicate flavor - Health & Ayurvedic Category
Ayurvedic Classification:
- Balances Pitta and Vata, may increase Kapha if overconsumed
- Rasa: Madhura (sweet)
- Guna: Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)
- Virya: Sheeta (cooling)
Used for: Supporting digestion, providing energy, improving metabolism, and maintaining overall body nourishment
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