 In Aztec mythology, maize (which was called Cintli in Nahuatl, the Aztec spoken language) was brought to this world by Quetzalcoatl and it is associated with the group of stars known commonly today as the Pleiades.At the beginning of the year (most likely around February time), Aztec workers would plant the young maize.These young maize plants potentially were used as symbolism for a pretty goddess, most likely "Chicomecōātl", Princess of the Unripe Maize.