Venezuelan Purple Variegated
Species: Capsicum Annuum · Flavor: Not much flavor at all · Scoville Heat Units: 15,000-30,000 · Origin: Venezuela · Pod size: 1/2 inch long · Pepper Type: Ornamental · Casa Verde Note: This pepper variety is mostly regarded for the bea...
Species: Capsicum Annuum
Flavor: Not much flavor at all
Scoville Heat Units: 15,000-30,000
Origin: Venezuela
Pod size: 1/2 inch long
Pepper Type: Ornamental
Casa Verde Note: This pepper variety is mostly regarded for the beauty of the plant itself. Variegated foliage and stems. Purple-green stems, White and purple foliage with purple berry-sized pods. The peppers themselves do not have detectable flavor but do carry some good heat. This will be one of the few ornamental varieties we will carry due to its exotic beauty.
Introducing the Venezuelan Purple Pepper, a rare and exotic pepper that will add a pop of color and flavor to your dishes. This pepper is grown exclusively in the lush rainforests of Venezuela, and it’s highly sought-after for its deep purple color and unique taste.
The Venezuelan purple pepper is a small-sized pepper that is shaped like a small knuckle. Its striking deep purple color is due to the high levels of anthocyanins, which also provide antioxidant benefits. This pepper has a mildly sweet taste with a late-delivering hit of spiciness, making it a unique pepper to use in a culinary way.
This versatile pepper can be used in a variety of recipes, from traditional Venezuelan cuisine to international favorites. It’s perfect for adding color and flavor to Chili’s, stews, and more. The Venezuelan purple pepper also works well when roasted, bringing out its sweet and savory notes.
Not only is the Venezuelan purple pepper delicious, but it also has numerous health benefits. It’s a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, and it contains high levels of vitamin C, which can boost your immune system and help prevent chronic diseases.
Experience the exotic flavors of Venezuela with the Venezuelan purple pepper. Each package contains only the finest quality peppers, handpicked and carefully selected to ensure that you get the best flavor and texture. Try it today and add a touch of color and flavor to your cooking!
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Germinate at 26–30 °C on a heat mat; peppers stall below 22 °C. Pot up to 10–15 cm before hardening off outside after nights stay above 12 °C.
Feed balanced through bloom, then bump potassium for fruiting. Stake taller varieties. More detail in our full Canadian growing guide.
Match the pepper to the technique: thin-walled varieties blister fast in a hot pan; thick-walled ones roast or stuff beautifully; fruit-forward ones make balanced sauces and pickles. The variety's flavour profile is your shortcut — see Choosing the right pepper for a use-case guide.




