Yellow Syrian corn seeds (Zea)

Common name: Yellow Shammi Corn Scientific name: Zea Among its names: Sweet corn A plant consisting of roots, stem, leaves, and cobs, with special leaves called husks that contain the ear inside and silk threads resembling silk at the top of the husks. • Cornflower of Shammi Corn: Its flowers are separate male and female; male flowers are carried in inflorescences at the top of the plant, while female flowers appear at the leaf axils. It blooms in spring. • Seeds of Shammi Corn: Their seeds are smooth, round, and non-wrinkled, especially rich in starch. • Growing season for Shammi Corn: Early planting is necessary to obtain the highest grain yield from Shammi Corn. Early summer planting in late April and during May is the most suitable time for planting. It is also advised not to delay planting beyond mid-June to prevent reduced yield, weak growth, and decreased production. It can also be cultivated year-round in greenhouses, enclosed or plastic-covered areas where temperature can be controlled, sunlight can reach the plants, or adequate lighting is available. • Suitable climate and soil for growing Shammi Corn: Shammi Corn is a summer crop suitable for high temperatures, with optimal germination temperatures between 32-35°C. The grains can germinate after 5-10 days under suitable conditions. It does not tolerate cold or frost and should be watered regularly. • Method of planting Shammi Corn: It propagates through seeds planted at a depth of 1 to 2 cm underground. It should be fertilized with organic fertilizer at least once during flowering. • Its benefits and uses: Shammi Corn has many uses; the grains, which are the corn kernels or seeds, can be simply cooked and eaten. These grains can also be used in breakfast cereals, baked goods, salad dressings, and many other foods. Large quantities of Shammi Corn grains and other plant parts are also used as animal feed. • Native origin of Shammi Corn: Southern Mexico and Guatemala.