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Chiltepin Pepper Plant (Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum)

Chiltepin Pepper Plant (Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum)

The Chiltepin Pepper Plant, botanically classified as Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum, is a small-fruited pepper variety often considered one of the oldest wild peppers in the world. These plants are grown in-house by Urbane Eight, ensuring healthy growth and reliable fruit production. Chiltepin peppers are known for their intense heat and bright, smoky flavour, delivering a quick burst of spice that dissipates faster than many larger hot peppers.

Chiltepin plants produce small, round peppers that ripen from green to red and are often described as pea-sized. The plants themselves have a naturally branching, shrubby growth habit and can be highly productive once established. They are well suited for container growing and can be grown indoors in bright conditions or outdoors during the warm growing season.

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Small - 4"/ 10cm Diameter

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Sun Requirements ▾

Bright light is essential for healthy growth and pepper production. Chiltepin plants thrive in bright indirect light and benefit from several hours of direct sunlight each day. When grown outdoors, they perform best in full sun. Insufficient light may result in reduced yields and slower growth. Supplemental grow lighting may be beneficial for indoor growing.

Watering Instructions ▾

Watering should be done when the top portion of the soil begins to dry out. Chiltepin plants prefer evenly moist soil but do not tolerate waterlogged conditions. Allowing the soil to dry out completely may reduce flowering and fruit production, while overwatering can lead to root issues. Watering needs may increase during periods of active growth and fruiting.

Care Tips ▾

Chiltepin pepper plants prefer a warm, bright environment with good airflow and stable conditions. They perform best in a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil that supports steady growth and fruiting. As a heat-loving pepper variety, consistent warmth is important for healthy flowering and pepper development. These plants benefit from stable placement and regular feeding during the growing season. Chiltepin pepper plants can be grown outdoors once the risk of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures remain consistently warm. They should be placed in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Peppers are typically harvested once fully ripe and red, at which point heat and flavour are most intense. Regular harvesting encourages continued pepper production throughout the season.
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