Xiangzhong Fragrant Rice

Xiangzhong Fragrant Rice

　　Xiangzhong Fragrant Rice

　　Fragrant rice derives its enticing aroma from an organic compound called “geraniol” found in the grains. However, it is extremely delicate, demanding high standards of soil and water quality, usually “failing to retain its fragrance when grown elsewhere,” and producing very low yields. For this reason, feudal dynasties throughout history classified it as an “imperial tribute,” decreeing that “common people must not taste it.” Loudi’s “Lianxiang No. 1” not only has lower soil selectivity but also produces superior-quality rice with higher yields. Through large-scale trial planting of both early and late crops, the average yield has reached over 800 kg per mu.