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ZM04-044

Basic Collection Information and Status

Corn/Maize (Zea mays, Poaceae)

Cultural Affiliation   Hopi
Collection Site    (state unknown) (latitude: n/a; altitude: n/a)
Collection Year   2014
Accession Status   Active

Catalog Information and Instructions

TawaktsiZS101

“Hopi Sweet.” Small white ears acclimatized by the Hopi. Harvested in the milk stage, it is dry- roasted in a pit oven and then rehydrated when ready to use. Short plants.
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Collection Site

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Corn/Maize Introduction	Cultivation Instructions	Seed Saving Instructions
Domesticated in Mexico by 6700 B.C., corn is a staple food and has many ritual uses. Sweet corn is used for pinole, roasted and reconstituted, or fresh boiled.	In early spring or with summer rains, plant seeds 1" deep. If rows, plant seeds 12" apart; or 3-4 seeds 18" apart in basins (for arid regions) or hills. Needs rich soil & moisture. Heat, aridity & high winds can all reduce pollination.	An annual, corn is wind-pollinated, and all varieties will cross. Hand-pollination (with bagging) or staggered planting times is necessary to keep seeds pure if multiple varieties are grown. Sweet corn allowed to dry on the stalk during high temperatures can ferment, ruining the seed.

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