Oryza sativa japonica
Koshihikari
Japanese Short Grain Rice
160 Days

This premium Japanese short grain rice is distinguished by its aroma, sweet flavor and texture. An early maturing semi-dwarf variety that grows successfully in the United States. Dried stalks make a beautiful addition to any flower arrangement. Grow in containers to be sure enough time can be given for maturity.

The seed quantities we offer are perfect amounts for container growing.

Fun Facts:

· There are over 40000 varieties of rice
· The species oryza sativa has been grown over 11000 years
· Asia has more varieties than anywhere else in the world
· The Chinese devote a whole day of their New Year celebration to the crop
· In some Asian cultures rice is believed to be a link between Heaven and Earth
· Indian cultures believe rice is linked to fertility resulting in the tradition of rice-throwing at weddings