Background
It is fragrant rice variety grown in the foothills of Western Ghats region of Maharashtra State. The fragrance is similar to that of Mango (Ambe-Mango in Marathi)
Special Features
It is a rice variety from Maharashtra, very popular among the Maratha rulers.
Nutritional Properties
It is high in protein and calcium (37.6 mg/100 g)
Suggested Dishes
It is suitable for making idly, dosa and flattened rice (aval).
It is cultivated during Samba (July 15 to January 14)
The rice is white in colour and the rice is of medium quality
140 days
