Purple UFO Seeds

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[C. chinense] Purple UFO, very high, with a very distinctive disc-like shape heat.

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Purple UFO Seeds

Purple UFO Seeds produce a variety belonging to the species Capsicum chinense, with small, flattened, purple fruits, a Capsicum chinense variety with an unusual disc-like shape.

The Purple Ufo Plant

plant grows 60-100 cm and produces small, flattened, purple fruits, a Capsicum chinense variety with an unusual disc-like shape.

How to Sow Purple Ufo

sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 25-28°C: germination takes 2-4 weeks and benefits from constant light.

How to Grow Purple Ufo

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 Purple Ufo

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 Purple Ufo

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 Purple Ufo

the fruits have a very high, with a very distinctive disc-like shape heat level, suited to hot sauces and spicy cooking, handle with gloves.

Properties of Purple Ufo

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

Nutritional Values of Purple Ufo

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