Classification of Maize

On the basis of character of Kernels:
1. Flint corn(indurata)
*entire outer portion of kernels is hardy starch composed.
*restricts easy absorption of moisture.
*colours:white, yellow, red_blue, or vary
*endosperm is soft and starchy.
*germination is better in cold and wet soil.
*used for human food and animal feed.
*traditionally cultivated in Nepal.

2. Dent corn(indentata)
*accounts for 95% of all maize in US.
*hard starch to the side of kernels.
*producing the characteristic dent in the top of the kernels.
*colours:yellow, white, or red.
*in Nepal, Khumal n Rampur yellow belongs to this.
*mainly for livestock feeding.
*industrial values also.

3. Sweet corn(saccharata)
*sweetest then other.
*mainly in US and Canada.
*colour:yellow/ white.
*soft kernels
*good source of energy
*about 20% dry matter is sugar
*rich in vit C and A