What is Flint Corn?

 Thus, it is similar to flint in appearance. Nevertheless, the differences are less than the similarities. Read on to find out more about this interesting crop.

The kernels of flint corn are snow white, black, or sometimes multicolored. In contrast, the kernels of regular corn are softer and have no depression. They’re also harder than other types of corn, making them a great source of corn flour and other products. The flint corn is used to make grits, a staple in many kitchens across the world.

Flint corn is white to black in color, although it is rare to find multicolored kernels on an ear. Like other varieties of corn, the kernels of flint corn are very hard, with a thick shell covering the usable interior. When processed, the flint corn can be made into a starchy food. This starchy corn is also great for grits, which is why it is so widely used today.

Native Americans used flint corn for ornamental purposes, and they harvested it from the sea islands in the south. It thrived in the area where dent corns were present. In coastal zones, the flints were resistant to the corn weevil, which destroyed the crop. The native Americans used the white lint corn in almost every way possible. It’s also a great food for grits and polenta.