Puta Pario Chilli Seeds. This chilli (C. Chacoense) belongs to the wild range of chilli seeds we have on offer. This chilli was named by its locals in South America and is a rude translation… so we won’t elaborate, other than that the expression refers to the heat of these chillies. Totally unusual plant structure with very sculptural branches with sparse foliage and lots of tic-tac shaped pods that change from green to orange once fully ripe. This variety goes back before domestication of chillies and is a super chilli to grow. Although it takes a long time (as most wild chillies do) to germinate and hence is considered a tricky germinator. Pods are thin skinned, making them ideal for drying and very seedy. But heat and flavour are awesome.
Chilli Heat
Medium
Growing Environment
Open Pollinated
Plant Size
Medium
Species
C. Chacoense
Type
Wild & Rare
Colour
Green
Orange
Red
Frost Zone
Frost Free Zone
Start: Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter
Start: Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter
Germinate indoors 2 months before last frost - July/August. In trays/pots. A heating pad is recommended for hot cultivars (keep temp at 26-32ºC). Keep soil moist but do not over water!
Germinate indoors in trays or start outdoors directly. A heating pad is recommended for hot cultivars (keep temp at 26-32ºC). Keep soil moist but do not over water!
Take outdoors October when night time temps are above 10ºC.
Outdoor night time temps must be above 10ºC.
Harden off plants when taking outside. Semi shade at first. Gradually expose young seedlings to full sun over 2 weeks.
Harden off plants when taking outside. Semi shade at first. Gradually expose young seedlings to full sun over 2 weeks.
Pot Sizes:
Small = 1-3 Litres
Small to Medium = 3-5 Litres
Medium = 5-10 Litres
Medium to Large = 10-15 Litres
Large = 15-20 Litres
Please read our FAQ section for a more detailed guideline
