Hot Pepper-Mathania

Mathania, is a type of hot pepper, or Capsicum annuum. Named after a village in Rajasthan, whose dry, hot climate is ideal for chili cultivation, Mathania Chili is one of the finest red chili varieties in India. It has a pungent, sharp heat, with distinct flavor and strong red color. The average fruit length of this variety is approx. 15-18 cm.  It is this chili that gives its signature color to classic Rajasthani dishes like Laal Maas and Ker sangri. These chilis are also excellent for making Indian pickle(achar), and can be enjoyed either green or red. 

Latin Name: Capsicum anuum

Planting Guidance: Seeds should be sown 8-10 weeks before planting out after last frost. Plant seeds 1/4 in. deep in well-drained soil in shallow flats. Maintain soil temperature at least 75-85 degrees F for good germination. Peppers won’t germinate in cold potting soil–heat makes a big difference in seeds germinating in 5 days, or seeds taking up to 20 days.

Approx. Seed Count:

• Retail Packet: 25-35 Seeds

Seed Treatment

Untreated

Genetics

Open Pollinated

Hindi Name: Mathania laal mirch

Marathi Name: Mirchi

Gujrati Name: Marchu મરચું

Kannada Name: hasiru meNasina kaayi ಹಸಿರು ಮೆಣಸಿನಕಾಯಿ

Telugu Name: Mirapakaya

Tamil Name: Pachamulagai

Bengali Name: Lanka

Malayalam Name: Pachamulag