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[Capsicum chinense] Dried Big Mustard Mama pepper, ornamental hot chili with mustard-yellow elongated pods.
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Dried Big Mustard Mama Pepper is the dried version of the mustard-colored variant of this ornamental pepper belonging to the species Capsicum chinense, recognizable by elongated fruits that turn an intense yellow-ochre at maturity.
The plant has a compact, productive habit, with tapered fruits that turn from green to mustard yellow at full maturity, clearly visible against the dark foliage.
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, keeping temperatures constant at 25-28°C: Capsicum chinense germination usually takes 2-4 weeks.
Transplant from May, once night temperatures stay stably above 15°C. It prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil, regular watering and periodic fertilization during the season.
The heat level is high: disposable gloves are recommended when handling the fruits, avoiding contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
Like other Capsicum chinense, it can be affected by aphids, spider mites and whitefly, especially under protected cultivation with insufficient ventilation.
The capsaicin in the fruits has thermogenic properties and supports metabolism. Dried Big Mustard Mama pepper, with an intense, fruity flavor with sweeter notes than the red variant, is used as powder or in hot sauces.