Seeraga samba rice contains selenium which helps to prevent cancer of the colon and intestine. It has got more fiber and anti-oxidant which helps to remove free radicals from the colon and intestine. It also has phytonutrients that help to fight breast cancer and strengthen the heart.

Seeraga samba is an ingredient in biriyani, a traditional indian dish. When cooked properly, samba rice grains are fluffy and loose. The tiny-grained samba gets its name from its resemblance to cumin, which is known as seeragam or seera in tamil nadu and is the most expensive rice grown in that southern indian state. Seeraga samba is an ingredient in biriyani, a traditional indian dish.