Zea Mays Amylacea (Noun)
Meaning
Corn having kernels almost entirely of soft starch.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The species Zea mays amylacea is characterized by corn having kernels almost entirely of soft starch.
- Zea mays amylacea is a specific type of corn that is soft and starchy, rather than hard and flinty.
- Farmers often plant Zea mays amylacea in areas with rich soil and adequate moisture to take advantage of its potential.
- The amylopectin content in Zea mays amylacea makes it particularly well-suited for use in food products.
- Corn breeders have worked to develop hybrids of Zea mays amylacea with other corn species to improve its yield and hardiness.