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[Capsicum sp.] Dried MiniGum Orange pepper, ornamental round chili with orange pods.
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Dried MiniGum Orange Pepper is the dried version of the orange variant of this ornamental pepper with a round, compact shape reminiscent of chewing gum, belonging to the genus Capsicum.
The plant is compact and highly decorative, with small, smooth, rounded fruits that turn a bright orange at maturity.
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, keeping temperatures constant at 22-26°C until germination, which usually occurs within 2-3 weeks.
Transplant from May, once night temperatures stay stably above 13°C. It prefers full sun or partial shade, fertile well-drained soil, regular watering and periodic fertilization.
The heat level is moderate: gloves are still recommended when handling the fruits, avoiding contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
It can be affected by aphids, spider mites and whitefly, especially under protected cultivation with poor ventilation.
The capsaicin in the fruits has moderate thermogenic properties. Dried MiniGum Orange pepper, prized for its ornamental value and fruity flavor, is used as powder or as a decorative garnish.