Red Chilli Plant
Red Chilli is an herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 18-24 inches. It is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11 and grows quickly in well-drained, fertile soil.
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
0.5 to 1.0 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate to high
Edible
yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Central America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.1 to 0.2 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.6 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
2 to 5 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
1 to 2 years
Health Benefits
High in Vitamin C, Medicinal
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew,Leaf Spot,Bacterial Wilt,Chili Mosaic Virus,Early Blight
White, powdery fungal growth on leaves and stems, Dark, sunken lesions on leaves, Wilting and yellowing of leaves, stunted growth, Yellow mottling and distortion of leaves, Dark, concentric rings on leaves, leaf drop
Improve air circulation, remove affected parts, use neem oil or baking soda solution, Remove and destroy infected leaves, use compost tea or milk solution,Use disease-free seeds, rotate crops, apply organic compost
Use sulfur-based fungicides, Apply copper-based fungicides,Use bactericides such as copper-based products, There are no effective inorganic treatments; prevention is key,Use systemic fungicides like chlorothalonil
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in capsaicin, which boosts metabolism and reduces inflammation.
· Supports heart health and pain relief.