Product Description

• 🌾 Kodo Millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum) – Description

  Kodo millet is a small-grained cereal crop belonging to the grass family Poaceae. It is one of the ancient millets cultivated in India and parts of Africa, well-suited to dry and marginal lands. Known for its resilience to drought and poor soils, Kodo millet is often grown as a rainfed crop in tropical and subtropical regions.

  Botanical Description:

  • Scientific Name: Paspalum scrobiculatum

  • Common Names: Kodo millet (English), Varagu (Tamil), Arikelu (Telugu), Harka (Kannada), Kodon (Hindi), Kodra (Marathi)

  • Family: Poaceae (Grass family)

  • Plant Type: Annual grass

  • Height: 30–90 cm

  • Inflorescence: Panicle type with small round grains enclosed in husks

  • Grain Color: Light brown to greyish white after dehulling

  Nutritional Value (per 100g of raw grain):

  • Energy: ~350 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: ~65–70%

  • Protein: ~8–10%

  • Dietary Fiber: ~9–10%

  • Fat: ~3–4%

  • Rich in: Iron, Calcium, Phosphorus, Antioxidants, and Polyphenols

  Health Benefits:

  • Gluten-free and easy to digest

  • Helps manage diabetes due to its low glycemic index

  • Supports heart health and weight management

  • High in fiber, aiding digestion and detoxification

  Uses:

  • Consumed as porridge, upma, dosa, idli, or rice substitute

  • Used in health foods and gluten-free products