Description
The "Purple Tiger" or "Trifetti" cultivar of Chilli (Capsicum sp.) offers gardeners a unique blend of aesthetics and flavour. Adorned with striking purple-tinged foliage, this plant boasts chillies that transition from deep purple to a fiery red as they ripen. Come Birak (early summer), it graces gardens with its delicate white flowers, paving the way for the dual-purpose fruits that are as visually arresting as they are palatable.
Optimal growth for "Purple Tiger" is achieved when planted in full sunlight with well-draining soil, be it in the ground, pots, or a vege/herb garden. For those considering planting directly in sandy soil, enriching it with a quality soil conditioner is crucial. To keep this chilli thriving, a dose of general-purpose fertiliser in Djilba (early spring) is recommended. The fruits mature approximately 70 days after planting, offering a mild to moderate heat, measuring between 5,000 to 10,000 SHU. While not intensely hot, caution is still prudent when handling and tasting.
| Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
| Common Name | Chilli Pepper |
| Cultivar | Purple Tiger, Trifetti |
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Classification |
Fruiting and Edible |
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| Origin | North, Central, South America |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | Chilli plants generally grow 60 cm - 1 M |
| Width | Chilli plants generally grow 60 cm - 1 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-draining, good quality soil is important for good fruit-set. |
| Water Requirement | Though Chilli plants are tolerant of low water, they will fruit better with regular water in warm weather. Reducing watering when fruit is ripening can increase heat levels in the fruit. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Flower Time | Depending on when the plant is germinated. Generally flowers from Birak (early summer) to Djeran (autumn) |
| Toxicity | Chilli plants contain Capsaicin, the higher the Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) score, the more capsaicin the plant contains. Capsaicin is toxic to most animals if ingested. Humans can tolerate capsaicin, however it can be toxic at high enough levels, so caution must be taken when ingesting chillis. Capsaicin is also harmful to sensitive areas of the skin in humans and animals. Special care should be taken to avoid the eyes, nasal passage and groin in particular. |
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