1. Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) is a tall perennial grass native to warm temperate and tropical regions including Southeast Asia and India. 2. It is one of the highest produced crops in the world, with Brazil, India, and China being the top producers globally and Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Odisha being top producers in India. 3. Ayurveda describes sugarcane as having sweet taste and cooling properties, and being nourishing, aphrodisiac, and helpful for the heart, mind, and immunity. It is used to treat conditions like bleeding disorders, burning sensation, excessive thirst, jaundice, and urinary tract disorders.