Xilonen
Culture & Region
Aztec/Mexica
Time Period
c. 14th-16th century CE
Domains
Young maizetender cornfertilityyouth
Symbols & Animals
Tender cornmaize tassel crown
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Central Mexico
Key Myths & Stories
Young corn goddess; tender maize aspect; Huey Tozoztli festival; decapitation sacrifice
Related Deities
≈ Demeter/Persephone (grain youth)