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D01-011
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Basic Collection Information and Status
Chiltepin (Capsicum annuum glabriusculum, Solanaceae)
Cultural Affiliation n/aCollection Site Sonora, Mexico (latitude: 30°; altitude: 1,600 ft / 500 m)
Collection Year 1982
Accession Status Active
Catalog Information and Instructions
BacadehuachiDC008
Originally harvested by Gary Nabhan in Bacadehuachi, Sonora, a small agricultural village within the Opata homelands. Small round bright red fruits.
Current availability of this variety is summarized below. We encourage the use of these seeds to benefit humanity and strive to facilitate access through a number of channels.
Seeds of this variety are not currently available for distribution. If you are interested in this accession for research, seed increase, or repatriation purposes, please contact us.Collection Site
The circle in the map below shows the area where this accession was collected (why isn't the precise locality shown
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Photographs
The Native Seeds/SEARCH digital photo collection for this accession is provided below.
Characterization and Evaluation
There are currently no observational data available for this accession. If you have made observations of this accession and are willing to share them, please contact us.
| Chiltepin Introduction | Cultivation Instructions | Seed Saving Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Wild relative of most cultivated chiles, native to North America. Chiltepines are attractive perennials for shady to filtered light areas in the low desert. They will freeze back in the winter. The tiny fruits are very hot. | Start seeds inside, 1/4" deep in sandy soil, 8-10 weeks before last frost. Seeds are slow to germinate and need warmth. Transplant seedlings 12-16" apart. Partial shade is best in the low desert, full sun in cooler climates. | Protect mature fruit from birds. The insect-visited flowers can self-pollinate or cross. Grow only one variety at a time, or isolate flowers. Allow fruit to ripen and mature on the plant. For best seed results, fruit should be almost dry. |
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