Purple Kulli Corn (Zea mays)

Kulli Purple Corn (Zea mays): This ancient purple corn, the darkest known, also known as Kulli , originates in the Andean highlands of Peru. It is a tropical mountain corn, a selection acclimated to the temperate climate . We won't tell you stories; growing it is a challenge, but it's worth it. Kulli is extremely rich in anthocyanins, more than blueberries. It is the corn used in Chicha morada, the dark and healthy drink of Peru, although in Italy the Aztec black corn is often used, as it is easier to grow and find. Kulli is used to dye fabrics, and the flour produced.   It's an exceptionally colored, uniformly dark purple. It grows to a height of two and a half meters or more, and takes 120-150 days to mature. This corn is suitable for those who want to try their hand at growing a very rare cultivar, which requires care. Other corn varieties, such as Blue Hopi or Aztec Black, are easier to grow, but, as we know, fortune favors the bold.