Question

Botanical names of jowar and rice are respectively

• A. Oryza sativa and Pennisetum typhoides
• B. Sorghum vulgare and Oryza sativa
• C. Triticum aesativum and Pennisetum typhoides
• D. Oryza sativa and Sorghum vulgare

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Sorghum vulgare and Oryza sativa

• Sorghum vulgare, commonly known as Jowar is a species of monocotyledonous plant belonging to family Poaceae. It is native to Australia. It is an important crop worldwide used as food, animal fodder.

• Oryza sativa, commonly known as rice or Asian rice is a species of monocotyledonous plant belonging to family Poaceae. Rice is an important part of the diet in many countries, especially in Asia. Rice straw is used as a feed, building materials etc.

• So, the correct answer is 'Sorghum vulgare and Oryza sativa'.