CORN

Corn is more than just a vegetable, as it's a fruit, grain, and a source of over 4,000 non-food products like glue, fireworks, and plastics. It is a staple food in many cultures, grown on every continent except Antarctica, and can come in many colors besides yellow, such as red, purple, and green. The name "maize" is of Taino origin, meaning "giver of life," and is the term used in most countries outside the U.S.