Description
Background
It is a very short duration variety (60-70 days). The name indicates the season and duration in which it is grown. It is widely cultivated in Kanyakumari district.
Special Feature
It is suitable for rainfed cultivation areas.
Nutritional Properties
It is high in protein (9.18 g/100 g) content and also rich in calcium (35 mg/100 g)
Therapeutic Properties
It is suitable for diabetic patients and to cure nervous disorders. Due to its rich milky nature, it can be used for making porridge for convalescing persons.
Suggested Dishes
It is used for making idly, dosa, idiyappam, puttu, meals and kolukattai
