Zimbabwe, Maize Plant

Zimbabwe · 1982 · 11c

This definitive stamp features a detailed illustration of a maize plant (Zea mays), a staple food crop in Zimbabwe. The design highlights the mature ear of corn on the stalk, emphasizing its agricultural importance. The denomination is clearly marked in the upper right corner.

Issued in 1982 as part of a definitive series on agriculture, this stamp reflects the economic and cultural significance of farming in post-independence Zimbabwe. Maize, known locally as 'mealies', is central to the nation's diet and economy.