Wild chilli pepper (Capsicum chacoense)

Wild chilli pepper

Capsicum chacoense is a species of the genus Capsicum native to South America. While it is rarely cultivated by humans, it, like all Capsicum species, produces edible fruit.

Scientific classification

Species

Wild chilli pepper (Capsicum chacoense)

Nightshades, bindweeds, gooseweeds, and allies

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Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Culture

Interesting Facts

The fruits of capsicum annuum var. conoides are exquisite and variable. They stand on the top of the leaves and are interesting. When Columbus discovered the Americas in 1493, capsicum annuum var. conoides were brought back to Spain and introduced to Central Europe in about a century, while it was introduced to China through the Western Regions in the late Ming Dynasty.

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Care Guide for Wild chilli pepper

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Wild chilli pepper needs ample water throughout its growth stages. Water in the morning to prevent disease. Requirements vary: keep soil moist during the seedling stage, moderate in early bloom, and maintain 60-80% moisture during full bloom, reducing as fruit matures.

Fertilize: Wild chilli pepper thrives in nutrient-rich habitats with balanced fertilizers. During seedling stages, use less fertilizer. Once 2-3 leaves appear, apply nitrogen and phosphorus. Increase fertilizer during blooming and during full fruiting, favoring mixed NPK. In late fruiting, reduce nitrogen and focus on phosphorus and potassium.

Pruning: Wild chilli pepper is a bushy plant with small, vibrant fruits. Prune in mid-spring by removing dead or diseased branches and leggy stems to improve airflow and sunlight access, promoting healthier growth and fruiting. Use clean tools to prevent disease for improved aesthetics and productivity.

Propagation: Wild chilli pepper propagates by sowing seeds, which germinate into seedlings. Transplant when seedlings develop 4-5 leaves. Space initially at 2 in. Strong seedlings with 14-15 leaves and hardened stems can then be planted with a spacing of 10-12 in.

Repotting: Both potting and ground planting are suitable for wild chilli pepper.

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