Peruvian Black Corn - Zea mays

Latin Name:

Zea mays

Regular price $9.99 CAD
SKU: 40427
We only sell freshly harvested seeds from small time growers, hobbyists and collectors.Listing is for 10 SeedsPeruvian Black Corn, also known as Maiz Morado, is a unique variety of corn native to Peru, renowned for its deep purple-black kernels. This heirloom corn is not only visually striking but also rich in anthocyanins, which are powerful antioxidants. The kernels are used to make traditional dishes and beverages, including chicha morada, a popular Peruvian drink.This corn variety thrives in warm climates and requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is typically grown in the summer months and requires regular watering to produce...

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Meet Zea mays. The common name for this is Peruvian Black Corn. Stargazer Exotics is proud to offer the freshest of rare plant seeds. Check this Peruvian Black Corn (Zea mays) out along with all of our other Heirloom Vegetable and Rare Finds Trees plant seeds here at Stargazer Exotics. We ship these Heirloom Vegetable and Rare Finds seeds from Canada to anywhere in the World.
$9.99 CAD
We only sell freshly harvested seeds from small time growers, hobbyists and collectors.
Listing is for 10 Seeds

Peruvian Black Corn, also known as Maiz Morado, is a unique variety of corn native to Peru, renowned for its deep purple-black kernels. This heirloom corn is not only visually striking but also rich in anthocyanins, which are powerful antioxidants. The kernels are used to make traditional dishes and beverages, including chicha morada, a popular Peruvian drink.

This corn variety thrives in warm climates and requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is typically grown in the summer months and requires regular watering to produce a good yield. Peruvian Black Corn is valued not only for its nutritional benefits but also for its cultural significance and unique flavor profile.

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