3085 Ornamental Corn
Ornamental corn is a colorful and vibrant plant known for its visually striking kernels in shades of red, pink, yellow, white, and purple. It is used for decorative purposes such as crafts, arrangements, and fall displays.
Also known as: Decorative corn, Indian corn, Hard corn
Botanical name: Zea mays
Quick Facts
PLU Code
3085 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Corn › Large
Origin
Central America
Storage Temperature
32°F (0°C) - 50°F (10°C)
Shelf Life
Up to 2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Ornamental Corn
Ornamental corn is actually a type of flint corn, which is high in hard starch and has a hard outer layer. It is different from sweet corn, which is harvested when immature and the kernels are soft.
Nutrition Information
Ornamental corn is a variety of corn that is primarily grown for its decorative purposes, but it is still edible and shares similar nutritional values with sweet corn. Here are the approximate nutrition facts for ornamental corn per 100 grams of serving:
Energy 86 kcal, moisture 70g, carbohydrates 18.7g, sugars 3.9g, protein 3.2g, total fat 1.2g, fiber 2.2g, sodium 1mg, potassium 489mg, folate 10mcg, vitamin C 6.5mg.
Storage & Handling
Store at cool temperatures with high humidity. Keep away from direct sunlight and ethylene-producing fruits to prevent premature drying.
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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PLU Code Reference
4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce
5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce
5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)
PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).