Maize (Corn) Plant
Maize (Zea mays), a fast-growing tender grass reaching 12 ft, requires well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
2 to 3 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mexico
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Balanced Fertilizers
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
2 to 4 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 6.5
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
50 to 80 kg per plant
NPK ratio
4:03:02
life Span
1 to 2 years
Health Benefits
High in Fiber, Nutrient-dense
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% compost, 30% peat moss, 30% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a nitrogen-based fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Corn Smut, Maize Streak Virus, Northern Corn Leaf Blight, Rust, Fusarium Ear Rot.
Swollen, grayish-white galls on kernels and leaves, Yellow streaks on leaves, Long gray-green lesions on leaves, Orange pustules on leaves, Moldy growth on kernels.
Fungicides with chlorothalonil, Insecticidal soap to control aphids (virus vector), Fungicides with azoxystrobin, Fungicides with propiconazole.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Provides fiber, antioxidants, and supports digestive health.