Hot pepper medusa gorgon 5 PCS fresh seeds

🌱 Capsicum annuum — Hot Pepper Medusa Gorgon

This product is a pack of 5 fresh seeds of the Hot Pepper Medusa Gorgon variety, a decorative chili pepper known for its unique fruit shape resembling a jellyfish. The seeds are of the Capsicum annuum botanical family, offering a compact plant with a height of 30-40 cm, ideal for indoor growing in a flower pot or in open ground. The mature fruits display a range of colors, from green, yellow, and orange to bright red, and have a very sharp taste, making them an excellent seasoning for cooking and canning.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Hot Pepper Medusa Gorgon plant is a compact, annual herbaceous plant with a height of 30-40 cm. The stems are green, with a diameter of 1-1.5 cm, and the leaves are small, green, and ovate. The fruits are unusual, measuring 5-5.5 cm in length and 1-1.5 cm in diameter, and ripen from green, yellow, and orange to bright red when fully ripe. The plant has a long shelf life and storage.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 25-30°C. Germination time: 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-draining. Soil pH: 6.0-7.0. Drainage requirements: good.
• Watering: keep the soil consistently moist during the first few weeks after sowing. Fertilization: use a balanced fertilizer once a month.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10. Frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Hot Pepper Medusa Gorgon is native to the Americas, specifically the tropical and subtropical regions. It thrives in warm, humid climates with average temperatures between 15-30°C. The ideal altitude range is 0-1000 meters above sea level.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Hot Pepper Medusa Gorgon has been used in traditional medicine for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also a popular ingredient in many cuisines, adding a unique flavor and heat to dishes. The plant's compact size and long shelf life make it an ideal choice for indoor growing and storage.