Oaxacan Green Dent Corn

Oaxacan Green

Dent Corn

95 days — 'Oaxacan Green' dent corn is fairly early maturing for a dent-type corn and has its names suggests, produce ears ranging between seven to ten inches in length that are colored mostly in shades of green. Green colored corn kernels are actually fairly uncommon, making this variety popular with market growers who sell the dried ears for their ornamental value. Its stalks are vigorous and reach about seven feet in height.

Reportedly, this variety originates from Oaxacan region of Southern Mexico where it has been cultivated for centuries. The local people use it for corn flour and make it into tortillas and tamales. And like any dent corn, it can also be used for livestock feed. Each packet contains one ounce, which is approximately 100 seeds.