AJI CHARAPITA PEPPER SEEDS

Aji Charapita Pepper Seeds – 10+ Florida Grown Seeds

Tiny but mighty, Aji Charapita is a legendary wild pepper from the Peruvian jungle—and one of the most prized chiles in the world. These marble-sized, golden-yellow fruits pack surprising heat, with a citrusy, fruity flavor that adds vibrant kick to any dish. Don’t let their cute size fool you—they rival a cayenne in spice and deliver it with tropical flair.

The compact, bushy plants are covered in hundreds of glowing yellow orbs, making them as ornamental as they are flavorful. Aji Charapita thrives in warm climates and is ideal for container growing, raised beds, or small gardens where flavor-per-square-foot matters most.

Growing Information:

• Type: Capsicum chinense
• Plant Height: 1.5–2 feet
• Days to Maturity: ~90–100 days
• Fruit Type: Tiny round (pea-sized)
• Color: Bright yellow when ripe
• Flavor: Fruity, citrusy, and fiery
• Heat Level: Hot – 30,000–50,000 Scoville Heat Units
• Best For: Hot sauces, salsas, drying, culinary adventures
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Support Needed: None – naturally compact

Aji Charapita is small, rare, and revered—perfect for spice lovers, collectors, and gardeners who want to grow a pepper with serious culinary street cred.