Capsicum parvifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolium
ID:
1020850
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sendtn.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 10: 145. 1846 [1 Jul 1846]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001020188
Common Names
- Capsicum parvifolium
- Small-Leaf Pepper
- Small-Leaf Capsicum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Capsicum parvifolium (also called 'small-leaved pepper' and 'small-leaved chili', among many other common names) is an annual shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, white flowers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found in tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Capsicum parvifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a spice in some cuisines. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help in treating various skin disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Capsicum parvifolium has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Capsicum parvifolium is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune to shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Harvest the fruits when they are fully ripe.
Where to Find Capsicum parvifolium
Capsicum parvifolium is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.
Species in the Capsicum genus
Capsicum annuum, Capsicum baccatum, Capsicum caatingae, Capsicum caballeroi, Capsicum campylopodium, Capsicum ceratocalyx, Capsicum chacoense, Capsicum chinense, Capsicum ciliatum, Capsicum coccineum, Capsicum cornutum, Capsicum dimorphum, Capsicum eshbaughii, Capsicum eximium, Capsicum flexuosum, Capsicum friburgense, Capsicum frutescens, Capsicum galapagoensis, Capsicum geminifolium, Capsicum hookerianum, Capsicum hunzikerianum, Capsicum lanceolatum, Capsicum longidentatum, Capsicum lycianthoides, Capsicum minutiflorum, Capsicum mirabile, Capsicum parvifolium, Capsicum pereirae, Capsicum pubescens, Capsicum recurvatum, Capsicum rhomboideum, Capsicum schottianum, Capsicum scolnikianum, Capsicum tovarii, Capsicum villosum, Capsicum carassense,
Species in the Solanaceae family
References
Otto Sendtner (1813-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sendtn.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import