Cayenne hot chilly pepper. Capsicum annuum. SEEDS 10 PCS.

🌱 Capsicum annuum — Cayenne Hot Chilly Pepper

These seeds are part of the Solanaceae family, known for their thermophilic nature and key selling points such as high vitamin A and C content, along with antioxidant properties. They improve appetite and digestion, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and improve blood circulation.

🌿 Botanical Description

Capsicum annuum is a medium-early variety that reaches 60-90 cm in height. The mature fruits are bright red, elongated-conical in shape, weighing 40-80 g. The flesh is dark red and thick, with a burning and sharp taste. The plant is one of the most common varieties of hot pepper in the world.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth and timing: seeds are sown for seedlings in late February-early March, with a sowing depth of about 1-2 cm.
• Germination temperature and time: optimal germination temperature is around 25-30°C, with germination time typically taking 7-14 days.
• Soil type, pH, drainage requirements: loamy, air-permeable soils with a pH between 6.0-6.8 are preferred, with good drainage to prevent waterlogged soil.
• Watering and fertilization: plants are responsive to the application of phosphorus-potassium fertilizers for better fruit tying and fertilizing with nitrogen fertilizers throughout the growing season. Watering is carried out after sunset with warm water under the root.
• USDA Hardiness Zone and frost tolerance: Capsicum annuum is typically hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with a frost tolerance of around -1 to 0°C.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Capsicum annuum is native to the Americas, with a natural range that spans from the southern United States to South America. The plant prefers a warm and humid climate, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be grown in a variety of habitats, including open ground and film greenhouses, at an altitude range of up to 1000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Capsicum annuum has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, with records of its use dating back to the Aztecs and Incas. The plant has a range of culinary and medicinal uses, including as a spice, a food ingredient, and a treatment for various ailments. It also plays an important ecological role, providing a source of food and shelter for various animals and insects.