Singapore Government Logo

A Singapore Government Agency Website

Capsicum annuum (golden upright chili)

Back

Capsicum annuum (golden upright chili)

Family Name: Solanaceae
Common Name: Chili Pepper, 辣椒

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Common Names

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon)
Plant Growth Form Shrub
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial, Semi-Annual / Annual-Like

Biogeography

Native Distribution Of horticultural origin
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal, Temperate

Description and Ethnobotany

Fruit Its upright growing fruit are long conical shaped, golden color.
Cultivation White flies are common pests that attack chili pepper plants in Singapore.
Ethnobotanical Uses Edible Plant Parts : Edible Fruits
Food (Herb or Spice)

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Fruits
Landscape Uses Small Gardens, Skyrise / Balcony, Container Planting
Thematic Landscaping Golden Garden

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Pollination Method(s) Biotic (Fauna)

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils
Propagation Method Seed

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green

Fruit, Seed and Spore

Mature Fruit Colour(s) Yellow / Golden

Image Repository

Images

Others

Master ID 32285
Species ID 6693
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 20 August 2021.
Share