Experience the remarkable Pimenta de Neyde Pepper, an unparalleled chili variety that stands out for its striking appearance and fiery flavor profile.
Originating from Brazil, this pepper has captivated chili enthusiasts and gardeners alike with its unique combination of dark purple foliage and fruits. Unlike other peppers, the fruits of Pimenta de Neyde retain their dark, bold hue even after ripening, adding an exotic touch to your garden or culinary creations.
In addition, this pepper is used often to create new hybrid pepper varieties due to its striking dark leaves and pod colors. This variety is also known for producing heavy yields. A must grow variety!
If you’re looking for another wonderful variety similar to this one, try our Neyde Orange here.
Growing and Variety Information
Start the seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before your last frost date. When transplanting outdoors, ensure transplants are given plenty of sunlight and warm temperatures.
Species: Chinense
Days to Harvest: 100+
Heat Level (SHU): Approx. 100,000-250,000
Our Grow Process: Non-Isolated (Open-Pollinated)
Plant Height: 4 ft +
Plant Stability: Likely stable (although the filial generation on ours is uncertain and might still be unstable)
Variety Origin: Discovered by Neyde Hidalgo, Brazil; it is believed to be a natural hybrid of Capsicum annuum and Capsicum chinense.
Seed Amount: 10+
