Zea mays ( Howling Mob Corn )
‘ Howling Mob ’ is an heirloom sort , bring out in 1906 . The plants grow vigorously to 5 feet high , and bear two ears per stalk . The pinna are 7 to 9 inch longsighted with 12 to 14 rows of kernels per spike . ‘ Howling pack ’ has a very stocky straw which protects it against green corn worms . Originally domesticated by Mesoamericans , it is a staple food with many other traditional uses ....