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भा.कृ.अनु.प. – राष्ट्रीय मखाना अनुसंधान केन्द्र
ICAR – National Research Centre for Makhana
Darbhanga – 846005 (Bihar), India
भा.कृ.अनु.प. – राष्ट्रीय मखाना अनुसंधान केन्द्र
ICAR – National Research Centre for Makhana

Darbhanga – 846005 (Bihar), India
भारतीय कृषि अनुसंधान परिषद
Indian Council of Agricultural Research

Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi-110 001

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Makhana, also known as fox nut or gorgon nut, is the edible seed of the aquatic plant Euryale ferox. It is widely cultivated in India and is valued for its nutritional, medicinal, and commercial importance.

Makhana has a low glycemic index and is often included in balanced diets. However, individuals with diabetes should consult a healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes.

Makhana grows well in ponds, wetlands, and low-lying waterlogged fields with adequate water depth and fertile soil.

The crop generally requires 8–10 months from sowing to harvesting.