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Special Rice Plants in field

Oct 15, 2024 | By ZHAO Weiwei; Image by WU Yinting

Over 3,000 distinct rice strains have been developed as part of ongoing scientific research. These rice plants exhibit a wide array of physical characteristics, with each strain having unique traits that differentiate it from others.

In this collection, we have captured fascinating moments in the growth of these rice plants, documenting their "one-of-a-kind" traits through a series of striking photographs. While these peculiar features may seem intriguing at first glance, they serve a far greater purpose—each unique phenotype is a valuable research material that contributes to advancing agricultural science.

Rice of Varying Heights

Upright Dense-Panicle Rice

Rice Resembling "Withered Grass"

Purple Rice Rich in Anthocyanins

Rice at Different Growth Stages

"Yellowing" Rice

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