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[Capsicum chinense] Dried PsyPepper, vividly purple Chupetinho hybrid chili with medium-high heat.
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Dried PsyPepper is a Chupetinho hybrid discovered by chance in the soil of an Italian farm, belonging to the species Capsicum chinense.
The plant produces small fruits noted for their very bright purple color, kept even at full maturity, though they sometimes turn white; the vivid, psychedelic hues give the variety its name.
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, keeping temperatures constant at 25-28°C until germination, which usually takes 2-3 weeks.
Transplant from May, once night temperatures stay stably above 15°C. It prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil, regular watering without waterlogging and periodic potassium-rich fertilization during fruiting.
The heat level is medium-high (about 100,000 SHU): gloves are 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; good air circulation reduces the risk of powdery mildew.
The high capsaicin content gives strong thermogenic and metabolism-stimulating properties. Dried PsyPepper, prized for its vivid, unusual purple color, is used ground into powder or flakes for dishes with a decorative, spicy touch.