These fine, silky threads grow between the kernels and husks inside the cob and are usually discarded. However, in various rural traditions, dried corn silk has been used to make mild herbal teas with a subtle grassy flavor. In some Latin American cuisines, it is added to soups or broths for a natural, earthy aroma. Interestingly, in some folk customs, corn silk symbolized fertility and a bountiful harvest, and was hung in homes as a charm. Due to its soft texture, it has also been used in crafts, either as filling for decorative items or woven into delicate natural fibers.