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Peanut Corn Seeds
Peanut Corn Seeds
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Cacahuazintle corn, from cacahuatl, (cocoa) and centli, (corn), is the main ingredient of pozole; that for its grains so similar to cocoa it is named like that; It is also called "pozole corn" since it is the favorite for making pozole . It stands out for its large, round pods, with beans that resemble cocoa. This variety of corn has a rich history in Mexican culture and gastronomy and has been used for centuries to prepare traditional dishes such as pozole.
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Since ancient times: in the ceremonies in honor of Xipe Tótec, the meat of the warriors sacrificed during the solar rites was cooked together with cacahuazintle, as described by Fray Bernardino de Sahagún in his work General History of the Things of New Spain. |
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Since then they noticed that when the cacahuazintle was put to boil they released a foam that other breeds did not generate, that is why they baptized their corn broth as "foaming" pozolli. |
Its cultivation is very simple, very fast growing, it loves the sun and water, and as if that were not enough, it can be grown in a -large- pot.
Planting Time to Harvest
The time from sowing to harvest of Maíz Cacahuazintle varies depending on factors such as geographic location, climate and local agricultural practices. Typically, this type of corn takes around 90 to 120 days to reach maturity and be ready for harvest.
Soil, Climate and Temperature
Cacahuazintle Maize prefers well-drained soils rich in organic matter. It is adaptable to different types of soil, but does best in fertile soil with good nutrient content. In terms of climate, this variety of corn does best in regions with warm to temperate temperatures, averaging between 20°C and 30°C during the growing season.
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