Chili Pepper

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum

Plant Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade family)

Native Region: The Americas (primarily Mexico, Central, and South America)

Chili Pepper

Brief Description

Chili pepper plants are perennial or annuals, typically growing to 1-3 feet tall. They have simple, ovate leaves and small, white, star-shaped flowers. The fruit, known as a chili pepper, varies greatly in shape, color, and size depending on the variety, ranging from small, slender green pods (as seen in the image) to larger, rounder, or blockier forms that ripen to red, orange, yellow, or other colors.

Care Instructions

Chili peppers thrive in full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily) and well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. They require consistent watering, especially during flowering and fruiting, but avoid waterlogging. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer, reducing nitrogen once flowering starts to encourage fruit production. Protect from frost. Potted plants may need more frequent watering and feeding.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2025-09-26T00:52:29.967267