Florida Datil Pepper
2.99$
10 x / pack
100,000 to 300,000 Scoville
The Florida Datil chili pepper is a variety of chili pepper native to St. Augustine, Florida. Recognizable by its elongated shape and orange-yellow color, this pepper is renowned for its intense flavor and pronounced spiciness. It is particularly used in Creole cuisine to spice up dishes and add a touch of warmth.
The Florida Datil pepper is also valued for its high capsaicin content, which gives it its characteristic aroma and medicinal properties. Indeed, capsaicin is recognized for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, which makes it an ingredient of choice in many natural remedies.
To grow Florida Datil pepper, it is recommended to start by germinating the seeds in moist, well-drained potting soil. It is best to place them indoors, in a bright, warm place, to encourage germination. Once the plants have reached a sufficient size, they can be transplanted into the ground or into larger pots.
Caring for the Florida Datil pepper requires regular, but moderate, watering to avoid excess humidity which could encourage the development of diseases. It is also important to fertilize the plant with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer to promote growth and fruit production.
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