Description
Chilli Name: PI 441656
Chilli Species: Praetermissum
Chilli Origin: Brazil
Chilli Heat: Very Hot
PI 441656 is a wild Capsicum praetermissum accession collected in Brazil. Part of a unique group of chillies native to South America’s southern forests, this species is gaining attention for its natural disease resistance, ornamental beauty, and breeding potential.
The plant is tall and bushy with purplish stems and striking purple-tinged flowers—traits that set it apart from most wild types. It produces small, upright red pods with a lively, medium-level heat and a fresh, slightly tangy flavour. Though rarely used in cooking, the chillies can be dried or used in experimental sauces.
PI 441656 is one of the easier wild species to grow. It germinates more reliably than many wild chillies and adapts well to garden or container conditions. A brilliant option for growers seeking something unusual, vigorous, and genetically valuable.
