Tag: Corn Kernel

Following pollination, a male sex cell grows down each silk to a single egg and fertilization (the union of the male and female sex cells) occurs. The fertilized egg develops into a kernel and inside each kernel is a single embryo (a new plant). A vigorous corn plant may have 500 to 1000 kernels on […]

Drying Corn Select tender, mature ears. Cool ears in cold water only long enough to stop the cooking action. Cut the kernels from the cob to ¾ of their depth. Place in a single layer on mesh-covered dehydrator trays. Dry at 150°F for 1 to 2 hours and then reduce temperature to 130°F. How is […]

corn kernel consists of four major components: hull or pericarp, endosperm, germ and tip cap as shown in Figure 3. The endosperm is primarily starch, the corn’s energy storage, and protein for germination. The pericarp or hull is made of cellulosic material and protects the kernel from microorganisms and insects. What are the three main […]

This particular kind of corn mold is known as Gibberella Ear Rot (or Red Ear Rot). It’s caused by the fungus Gibberella zeae. Yuck! It’s specifically identified by the reddish-pink kernels toward the top of an ear of corn. Can corn be red? Red corn is a type of sweet corn. Its ears are wrapped […]

Removing and Storing Seeds Let them dry in a single layer for a couple more weeks. If the kernels are still a bit moist they can mold in storage, so you want to make sure to dry them well. At this stage, the kernels will have corn silk and bits of cob mixed in with […]

The kernel of maize consists of a pericarp (fruit wall) fused to the seed coat. This type of fruit is typical of the grasses and is called a caryopsis. Maize kernels are frequently and incorrectly referred to as seeds. What type of seed is a corn seed? Corn kernels are actually single-seeded, indehiscent fruits, which […]

As it turns out, the corn that we typically eat is different than the kernels that become popcorn. Only one variety of maize will make it – Zea mays everta. Though it looks like a typical corn kernel, this particular variety is the only one that can pop and turn into a delicious snack. Can […]

There are several popular varieties of maize that are grown in the United States. However, only one of them, the Zae mays everta variety, will pop. Though this may seem limited, there are about one hundred different strains of this corn, and each of them varies according to flavor, texture, and how they pop. Are […]

Which Is Better? There is almost no difference between white or yellow popcorn; although most theaters and microwavable popcorn you’d find in a grocery store are from yellow kernels because they produce a more yellow buttery looking appeal. White kernels produce smaller, lighter popcorn. What pops better yellow or white popcorn? Simply put, white popcorn […]

Some strains of corn (taxonomized as Zea mays) are cultivated specifically as popping corns. The Zea mays variety everta, a special kind of flint corn, is the most common of these. Popcorn is one of six major types of corn, which includes dent corn, flint corn, pod corn, flour corn, and sweet corn. What kind […]

Sweet corn kernels are obtained from whole sweet corn cob. They are bright yellow in colour and have a sweet taste that can be enjoyed by kids and adults and can be used in making soups, salads, sabzis, starters and so on. Are corn kernels the same as sweetcorn? Sweet corn is harvested when the […]

Hominy (Spanish: maíz molido; literally meaning “milled corn”) is a food produced from dried maize (corn) kernels that have been treated with an alkali, in a process called nixtamalization (nextamalli is the Nahuatl word for “hominy”). What is cooked corn called? Corn on the cob is a culinary term for a cooked ear of sweet […]

Popcorn kernels are whole grains with the germ and the bran intact, which is where the majority of nutrients lie. These little kernels are fiber-rich, low in calories and full of antioxidants. Is it healthy to eat popcorn kernels? Besides being a choking hazard, crunching them can damage teeth. In severe cases, swallowing them can […]

Whole corn, like you eat on the cob, is considered a vegetable. The corn kernel itself (where popcorn comes from) is considered a grain. To be more specific, this form of corn is a “whole” grainwhole” grainWhole Grains Many whole grains contain phosphorus, including wheat, oats and rice. Whole wheat contains the most phosphorus (291 […]

Sure. Probably. Corn seeds are really just dried corn kernels. So you can try growing corn from an ear of corn. Are corn kernels seeds? Each kernel of corn is actually a seed that, like most seeds, contains an embryo (a baby plant) and a seed coat for protection. Can I grow corn from popcorn […]

Each kernel of corn is actually a seed that, like most seeds, contains an embryo (a baby plant) and a seed coat for protection. Corn seeds are filled with a starchy endosperm that provides food for the baby plant (it’s stained black in right-half of each kernel in the photo below). Where is the germ […]

It resembles corn-on-the-cob in appearance and cultivation, although only popcorn kernels have the ability to pop. Popcorn, like all six types of corn, is a cereal grain and originates from a wild grass. Its scientific name is Zea mays everta, and it is the only type of corn to actually pop. Are popcorn kernels the […]

As the plant grows, it begins to produce ears of corn, covered with a green husk. Feathery tassels form at the top of the plant and produce pollen, a yellowish powder. The ears form silks or long strands that “catch” pollen as the wind blows. This process is called pollination and allows the ears to […]

Digestive Health Whole kernel corn is moderately high in dietary fiber, which comes in the form of soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber turns into a gel-like consistency in your digestive system, which helps block cholesterol absorption. Is canned whole kernel corn healthy? Whole corn is loaded with fiber and contains vitamin C, B vitamins, magnesium […]

Each kernel of corn is actually a seed that, like most seeds, contains an embryo (a baby plant) and a seed coat for protection. Corn seeds are filled with a starchy endosperm that provides food for the baby plant (it’s stained black in right-half of each kernel in the photo below). Why is corn a […]