Sepia Serpent Seeds

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[Extreme heat] [C. Chinense] Elongated, curved sepia-colored variety, extreme heat.

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Sepia Serpent Seeds

Sepia Serpent Seeds produce an extremely hot variety with an elongated, curved shape resembling a serpent.

The Sepia Serpent Plant

plant, of the species Capsicum chinense, grows 60-90 cm and produces sepia-colored fruits, thin and curved, with the characteristic stinger tail.

How to Sow Sepia Serpent

sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 26-28°C: germination is slow, taking 2 to 5 weeks, and benefits from constant light.

How to Grow Sepia Serpent

transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are above 15°C, in full sun and fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Tips for Sepia Serpent

it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set and heat.

Diseases and Pests of Sepia Serpent

it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture.

Uses and Curiosities of Sepia Serpent

the fruits have an extreme heat level, suited to hot sauces and infusions for true enthusiasts, handle with gloves.

Properties of Sepia Serpent

like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.

Nutritional Values of Sepia Serpent

  • Calories: about 40 kcal
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g