25 Seeds Chiltepin Pepper - Wild Hot Pepper with Intense Heat & Unique Flavor

Product Overview

The Chiltepin Pepper (Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum) is a wild chili pepper known for its bold heat and distinctive smoky flavor. Often called the "mother of all peppers," this small, round pepper delivers a powerful punch with a Scoville rating between 50,000 and 100,000 units. Ideal for gardeners and culinary enthusiasts, these seeds grow into compact, bushy plants that produce bright red fruits perfect for spicy salsas, hot sauces, and dried chili flakes.

Key Features

• Wild chili pepper with intense heat
• Compact, bushy growth habit reaching 24-36 inches
• Produces small, bright red, round fruits approximately 1/4 inch in size
• Perennial in warm climates, annual in cooler regions
• Highly ornamental with vibrant fruit color

Growing Information

Chiltepin Pepper plants thrive in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. They require moderate watering with consistent moisture to support healthy growth. Germination typically occurs within 14 to 21 days, and plants mature in 80 to 120 days. This pepper grows at a moderate rate and is best cultivated during the summer through fall seasons.