The main differences between ordinary corn, sweet corn and sticky corn are as follows:

1. Different distribution areas

Ordinary corn is widely distributed in the United States, China, Brazil and Other countries;

Sweet corn is mostly distributed in the area north of the Yellow River in China and in tropical and temperate regions around the world;

Sticky corn originated in China and is distributed in Northeast China.

2. Different characteristics

The characteristics of ordinary corn are: extremely rich in resources, cheap and easy to obtain;

The characteristics of sweet corn are: sweet, fresh, Crisp and tender;

The characteristics of sticky corn are: waxy, commonly known as sticky.

3. Different shapes

Ordinary corn is generally 8-12mm long, 7-10mm wide, and 3-7mm thick. Depending on the color of the corn kernels, corn includes yellow corn and white corn. and three types of mixed corn. According to the shape, hardness and different uses of corn kernels, corn is divided into ordinary corn (hard kernel type, intermediate type, dent type, hard horse type, horse hard type) and special corn (high lysine corn, high oil corn , sweet corn, popping corn, waxy corn) two kinds;

The morphological characteristics of sweet corn are the same as ordinary corn, but it is more nutritious than ordinary corn, the seeds are thin, the taste is fresh and waxy, sweet, suitable for steaming, For roasting and cooking;

The shape of sticky corn is cone-shaped, with good taste, thin seed coat, special aromatic flavor, strong waxiness, and good commerciality. The average yield of fresh ears per mu is 2600- 3000 pounds. It is rich in nutrients and has high development and utilization value. It is called "golden crop". Purple and black waxy corn is a treasure among sweet waxy corns. Purple black waxy corn has the characteristics of being rare, strange, special and rich in nutrients.

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