Chilli pepper Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Capsicum annum, or Chili Pepper, belongs to the Solanaceae family and the Capsicum genus. Chili peppers can be classified as a vegetable, spice, or condiment. The plant contains capsaicin, which is why peppers are often referred to as hot and spicy. Additionally, it has many colors, including red, yellow, and green.
Common Name |
Capsicum, Red Pepper, Sweet Paper
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Plant Type
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Annuals
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Capsicum annuum
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Genus
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Capsicum
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Family
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Solanaceae
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Order
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Solanales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Chilli pepper Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Chilli pepper.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Chilli pepper needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Chilli pepper needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Chilli pepper Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Chilli pepper to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 6 hours
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Temperature |
70°F
to 90°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Chilli pepper to thrive is between 65% and 75%. |
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Chilli pepper Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Chilli pepper. |
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Suitability in pots |
3L
Chilli pepper plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 3L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
neutral
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Chilli pepper Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Chilli pepper plant. |
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Maximum Height |
8 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
2 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Chili Red
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Characteristics |
Showy
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Is Chilli pepper toxic to pets? |
Yes
Chilli Pepper can be toxic for dog and humans if ingested |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Mediterranean Garden
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Chilli pepper Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Chilli pepper, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
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Chilli pepper Native Region |
Find out where the Chilli pepper plant originated. |
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Country |
China
Indonesia
Mexico
Spain
Thailand
Turkey
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Specific Location
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Chili Peppers can be grown in Asia, Europe, and North America. |
