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(Zea mays)
Corn (Zea mays)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Richmond, California
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 0" - 257" | 30" | Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. | Irrigate N" / year |
| • High Temp. | 5°F - 116°F | 81°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | -44°F - 79°F | 41°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Zea mays, commonly known as Corn, is an annual grass originally from the Balsas River Valley of southern Mexico. It has been a staple crop in Mesoamerica since pre-Columbian times and is now widely cultivated globally. Maize plants can reach heights of 3 meters (10 feet), with a robust leafy stalk that supports both male pollen-producing inflorescences, known as tassels, and female ovuliferous inflorescences, or ears, which yield kernels or seeds upon fertilization. These kernels are the fruits of the plant. Corn is a summer crop in temperate zones, requiring planting in the spring due to its cold intolerance. Its shallow root system makes it reliant on consistent soil moisture.
Corn is highly valued for its productivity and versatility, used for food, fodder, and industrial products. It thrives in full sun and requires ample water, preferring soils with good medium drainage. As a C4 plant, maize is more water-efficient than C3 plants, making it a suitable crop for areas with water limitations. However, it is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including corn rootworms, smut, and blights. In some regions, maize is left in the field until late autumn to dry the grain, which can be harvested as late as early spring. While it is a cornerstone of agriculture, Zea mays can be potentially invasive outside its native range, and caution is advised when planting it in non-native areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Corn is highly valued for its productivity and versatility, used for food, fodder, and industrial products. It thrives in full sun and requires ample water, preferring soils with good medium drainage. As a C4 plant, maize is more water-efficient than C3 plants, making it a suitable crop for areas with water limitations. However, it is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including corn rootworms, smut, and blights. In some regions, maize is left in the field until late autumn to dry the grain, which can be harvested as late as early spring. While it is a cornerstone of agriculture, Zea mays can be potentially invasive outside its native range, and caution is advised when planting it in non-native areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 6-8 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Deer Resistant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption.
Other Names
Common Names: Indian Corn , Maize , Kultur-Mais , Blé D’Inde , Maïs , Maïs Cultivé , Mais , Majs , 옥수수 , 玉蜀黍
Scientific Names: Zea mays , Mays zea , Zea mays subsp. semidentata , Zea maiz , Zea mays var. parviglumis , Zea mays subsp. tunicata , Zea mays var. gracillima , Zea mays var. mays , Mays americana , Mayzea cerealis
GBIF Accepted Name: Zea mays L.