Tree Pepper (Capsicum pubescens) is a perennial chili pepper known for its distinctive purple flowers, black seeds, and thick-walled, often very spicy fruits. It is a pop
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Sunlight
Requires full sun, at least 6-8 hours daily.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Temperature
Thrives in warm conditions, ideal between 18-28°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during growing and fruiting seasons.
Requires full sun, at least 6-8 hours daily.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
During active growth
Well-draining, fertile loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Thrives in warm conditions, ideal between 18-28°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed regularly during growing and fruiting seasons.
Every 2-4 weeks
Plant Type
Herb, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-2 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen in frost-free climates, can enter semi-dormancy in cooler temperatures.
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Ovate, hairy
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 1/5
Edible
Yes
The fruits contain capsaicin, which causes a burning sensation and can be an irritant to skin and mucous membranes, especially eyes. While not systemically toxic, ingestion by pets can cause gastrointestinal upset.
