Description
Chilli Name : AJÍ MINAS GERAIS
Chilli Species : Baccatum
Chilli Origin : Brazil (Minas Gerais state)
Chilli Heat : Medium
The Ají Minas Gerais is a traditional Brazilian baccatum named after the state of Minas Gerais, a region in southeastern Brazil famous for its agriculture, cuisine, and cultural heritage. Like many regional ajís, it carries fruity flavour and approachable heat, making it a valued part of local cooking traditions.
Pods are small to medium in size, elongated and slightly curved, ripening from green to red. They carry a fruity, tangy flavour with steady medium heat, lending themselves to salsas, sauces, and fresh table use. Their reliable performance and distinctive taste make them popular both locally and among collectors.
Plants are vigorous, typically 100–120 cm tall, with the strong upright growth habit of baccatum varieties. They are highly productive and yield consistently throughout the season.
Seeds germinate best at 25–28 °C, usually sprouting within 10–21 days. Plants take 90–110 days from sowing to first harvest. In the UK, greenhouse or polytunnel growing is recommended to ensure full ripening, though outdoor cultivation may succeed in warm summers.
