The Main Plant entry for Corn (Zea)

This database entry exists to show plant data and photos that apply generically to all Corn.

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Fern
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences:Dry
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 6b -20.6 °C (-5 °F) to -17.8 °C (0 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 10b
Fruit:Dehiscent
Edible Parts:Sap
Propagation: Seeds:Needs specific temperature
Pollinators:Water
Containers:Suitable in 1 gallon
Conservation status:Near Threatened (NT)

Zea Teosinte Wild forms of Zea mays are called 'Teosinte'. Image

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