Chiang-Rai Chilli Pepper – 10 Seeds
Species: Capsicum annuum
Origin: Northern Thailand (Chiang Rai region type)
Description
Chiang-Rai Chilli is a Thai-type chilli pepper associated with northern Thailand. It produces slender, upright fruits that are typically harvested red and are valued for their clean, direct heat and suitability for traditional Thai cooking.
Plants are compact, productive, and well suited to warm growing conditions. As with many regional Thai chillies, fruit size and heat level can vary slightly depending on strain and cultivation conditions.
Phenotype
-
Plant habit: Compact, upright
-
Plant height: Approx. 50–80 cm
-
Foliage: Green
-
Flowers: White
-
Pod shape: Slender, pointed, often upright
-
Pod size: Approx. 4–7 cm
-
Pod colour: Green → bright red
-
Wall thickness: Thin
-
Productivity: High
Heat & Flavour
(No SHU value stated due to natural variation among Thai-type strains.)
Culinary Uses
-
Thai curries
-
Stir-fries
-
Fresh sauces
-
Drying and powdering
Additional Information
Key Features
-
Thai-type chilli from northern Thailand
-
Slender, upright red pods
-
Hot heat level
-
Suitable for fresh and dried use
-
Pack contains 10 seeds
Growing Notes
-
Germinate at 22–30 °C
-
Prefers warm, sunny conditions
-
Suitable for greenhouse or outdoor cultivation in warm climates
-
Harvest red for full flavour and heat
Important Note
“Chiang-Rai” refers to a regional Thai chilli type. Pod size, plant height, and heat intensity may vary depending on seed source and growing conditions.