Hailing as a variant of the renowned scorpion peppers, Peach Scorpion thrives as a prolific producer with its compact plant reaching around 50 cm. Its pods, initially green, mature into a striking peach hue, offering a visually enticing addition to any garden or culinary creation. With thin walls and dimensions of 3-4 cm in length and 2.5-3 cm in width, these pods boast a crunchy, juicy texture and a unique flavour reminiscent of rock melon, with subtle notes of Chinense essence.
Renowned for its presence in Italian cuisine, the Peperoncino chilli boasts a rich history dating back to 1694. Traditionally used in dishes like ‘Salsa ala Spagnola’, it pairs well with tomatoes, onions, and oil. With its slender, ribbed pods transitioning from green to vibrant red upon maturity, this mild chilli offers a sweet capsicum flavour, making it ideal for pickling.
The Peruvian White Habanero, hailing from Peru, is a rare gem among chilli plants. Its petite size and bullet-shaped pods, initially lime green, mature into a creamy white resembling jelly beans. Renowned for its intense heat and aromatic flavour reminiscent of habaneros, this variety adds both beauty and spice to any garden or dish.
Originating from an unknown source, the Peter Penis Pepper is a rare Capsicum Annuum variety, renowned for its uncanny resemblance to male genitalia. Its striking appearance features bright red, phallic-shaped pods, adding a quirky touch to any garden.
Piment D’Espelette, hailing from the Basque region of France, is renowned for its mildness and fruity flavour. Named after the village of Espelette, it’s celebrated during the annual Chilli Festival. The pods, initially green, mature into a vibrant dark red.
Pimenta Barra do Ribeiro, a remarkable Brazilian chilli variety, boasts a stunning transition in color from creamy white with a purple tinge to purple, orange, and finally red. Its beauty is matched by its prolific yield, with pods measuring 2.5 cm high x 2.0 cm wide.
Pimenta Berinjela, a striking Brazilian chilli variety, captivates with its unique resemblance to mini eggplants. With its bushy stature, it thrives both in pots and in-ground, boasting dark stems and leaves. The pods undergo a mesmerizing colour transformation from dark purple to a translucent Bordeaux, akin to its namesake, the eggplant.
Hailing from Brazil, the Pimenta de Neyde is a fantastic producer, renowned for its stunning deep purple/black foliage and distinctive black pods. Named after its discoverer, this chilli variety stands out with its captivating appearance and intense heat. The pods maintain their dark hue from inception, adding a striking visual element to any garden or culinary creation.
Pimenta Luna Habanero, originating from Brazil, delights with its peach-colored pods. Known for its stunning appearance and unique flavour resembling Champagne, it’s a favourite among chilli enthusiasts, offering a mild taste suitable for all, including children.
Hailing as a superb producer, Pimenta Sparanise boasts stunning habanero pods with a delightful blend of flavours. Its pods transition from light green to creamy white with purple stripes upon ripening, showcasing its beauty and appeal. This C. Chinense variety thrives in semi-sunny garden spots and reaches heights of up to 60 cm when potted.
Originating from the Chinense species, the Pink 7 Pod chilli boasts a unique combination of peachy hues with a subtle pink tinge. These peppers, reminiscent of a golf ball in size, flourish abundantly, showcasing a spectrum of colours from light green to peach.
Hailing from Italy, the Pink Tiger is a coveted creation resulting from the crossbreeding of Bhut Jolokia and Pimenta de Neyde peppers. This stunning variety exhibits a remarkable colour transformation, starting with a deep purple hue and maturing into creamy pods adorned with striking purple stripes. Renowned for its beauty and robust growth, this chilli plant flourishes in containers, reaching heights exceeding 1 meter.
Hailing from undisclosed origins, the Pumpkin Cili Pepper is a rare gem, generously shared by Sydney’s own chilli connoisseur, Alice Lennard. This delightful variety boasts petite yet vibrant pumpkin-shaped pods, ranging from a luscious deep purple to a fiery red upon ripening.
The Purple Bhut BR (Blotchy Red) is a remarkable new phenotype cultivated by The Hippy Seed Company. This variety, although not yet stabilized, promises beauty and intrigue. With bushy plants reaching 40-50 cm, it yields Bhut-shaped pods, initially light green but transitioning to deep purple, then to red with a devilish blotchy black appearance.
Purple Habanero originates from an unknown origin but thrives in various climates. It is celebrated for its stunning appearance, with pods resembling golf balls, initially light green and translucent, later turning reddish-brown with marbling.
Hailing from the vibrant lands of India, the Purple Naga Jolokia stands out as a great producer, boasting slender pods that undergo a mesmerizing transformation from deep purple to fiery red. With its dainty stature, this plant flourishes gracefully in any balcony, terrace, or windowsill. Its leaves, adorned with purple tinges, add to its allure, while the pods, ranging from 5 to 7 cm in length, exhibit a delightful twist and contortion. Its exquisite purple flowers enchant the beholder, making it a captivating addition to any space.
Purple Pumpkin Chilli, a remarkable variant of the Purple Bhut Jolokia, underwent a spontaneous genetic transformation, resulting in its distinctive traits. Renowned for its vibrant hues and pumpkin-shaped pods, this chilli plant has captivated growers for 8 years. Its unique colour progression, from light green to blotchy purple and finally to bright red, coupled with its bushy growth and prolific pod production, renders it a stunning addition to any garden.
The Purple Reaper, hailing from Brazil and cultivated by Carlos Jr, stands as a testament to the fiery spirit of South American chilli enthusiasts. Renowned for its potency and striking appearance, it produces an abundance of pods that transition from dark purple to vibrant red, with a tantalisingly fruity flavour and extreme heat level.
Originating from Thailand, Purple Thai is a captivating Capsicum Frutescens variety renowned for its striking appearance and culinary versatility. This compact, bushy plant boasts stunning dark green foliage with a captivating purple hue, accentuated by vibrant purple flowers and pods.
The Purple Tiger Chilli, also known as Trifetti or Variegata, hails from the USA and is esteemed among chilli enthusiasts. Renowned for its stunning variegated foliage in shades of green, white, and purple, it’s a compact plant ideal for limited spaces.
Hailing from an undisclosed origin, the Purple UFO chilli is a marvel for chilli enthusiasts and great producers alike. Its pods, resembling UFOs, boast a stunning deep purple hue, maturing to a vibrant red. The taste? Remarkably sweet and juicy with an apple-like flavour, coupled with a pleasant, slow-building burn.
The Purple Viper Naga, originating from the Matthew Arthur strain, stands out for its stunning appearance. With purple stems, dark green leaves tinged with black, and vibrant pods transitioning from green to purple to bright red when ripe, it’s a visual delight.
Originating from Chile, the Puta Madre Pepper is a rare gem introduced by our Chilean friend Raul. Despite its provocative name, it boasts a striking appearance with dark green foliage and vibrant purple flowers. The spherical pods, starting black and ripening to bright red, add to its allure.
Red Devil’s Tongue, a formidable habanero variety, distinguishes itself with its striking appearance and intense heat. With pods resembling a devil’s tongue, this cultivar boasts a fiery red hue upon maturity, adding a visually striking element to any garden or culinary dish.
Originating from the Central African Republic, the Fatali Chilli boasts a rich heritage and a fiery temperament. Renowned for its distinctive pod shape, transitioning from vibrant green to a blazing red when fully ripe, it offers a tantalising blend of flavours. Its compact stature in pots contrasts with its potential to soar to 1.5 metres when planted in the ground.
Renowned for its prolific yield and distinctive appearance, the Rezha Macedonian Pepper has been cultivated for centuries in Macedonia. Its name, “Rezha,” meaning “cut” or “sliced,” aptly reflects the pepper’s unique feature – its pod resembles it has been intricately sliced numerous times. This bushy chilli plant thrives in pots, reaching a height of about 70 cm. The peppers start as vibrant green before maturing into a deep red, adorned with prominent cork-like lines.
The Roatan Pumpkin Habanero, hailing from Roatan Island off Honduras, boasts a striking appearance with its pumpkin-like pods and vibrant orange hue. Known for their abundant yield, these chillies start as light green before ripening to a rich orange.
The Rocoto Marlene, renowned for its potency, hails from Peru but thrives across South America. Its thick-walled, juicy pods are cherished for their intense heat and delicious taste, making it a favourite among chilli enthusiasts.
Hailing from Bolivia and Peru, the Rocoto P360 boasts large, apple-like pods with a sweet, juicy flavour. This variety, also known as Locoto in Bolivia and Manzano in Mexico, stands out for its distinct appearance and taste.
Hailing from Bolivia and Peru, Rocoto Red chillies, also known as Locoto or Manzano, boast a unique apple-like appearance and a flavourful, thick-walled pod. With roots in South America, these chillies are celebrated producers, thriving in diverse climates.
Saffron Habanero, an outstanding producer of fiery pods, hails from an undisclosed origin. Its compact stature, reaching 30-40 cm in pots or larger when in the ground, is adorned with cascading foliage laden with golf ball-sized pods. Resembling the Orange Habanero, this chilli boasts a crunchy texture and a subtly sweet, fruity taste.
Safi Scotch Bonnet, hailing from Africa, is renowned for its prolific yield, producing pods measuring around 5 cm long by 4 cm in diameter. Initially light green, they ripen to a deep red hue, boasting dense medium green foliage on plants just under a meter high. Known for its exceptional flavour and potent heat, it’s a favourite among chilli enthusiasts.
