Fidalgo Roxa Pepper
Also known as Fidalga Roxa · Fidalgo Rose
The Fidalgo Roxa Pepper is a rare and strikingly beautiful Capsicum chinense cultivar from Brazil, featuring small lantern-shaped pods that transition from purple to peachy-purple hues. It offers a fruity, sweet flavor with moderate heat and is prized for both its ornamental value and culinary uses.
Growing
~100 days to maturity
Fruit size
3–5 cm
Flavor & Use
Deliciously fruity with sweet and lemony notes and a smooth habanero-like flavor.
Culinary
About
The Fidalgo Roxa Pepper is a captivating Brazilian cultivar of Capsicum chinense known for its exceptional beauty and pleasant taste. The bushy plants feature dark stems and large leaves that may show purple tinges, along with white and purple flowers. The small pods, measuring about 3-5 cm in length and shaped like elongated lanterns or acorns, undergo a dramatic color transformation: starting as green or deep purple and maturing to peach, pink, or peachy-orange tones. With a Scoville rating typically between 10,000 and 30,000 units, it delivers a smooth, fruity heat that is milder than many other chinense peppers. The flavor profile includes sweet, lemony, and floral notes that make it versatile for fresh consumption or in cooked dishes. It is a prolific producer, easy to cultivate in containers, and often highlighted for its ornamental qualities, making the laden plant resemble a display of colorful candies.
Backstory
A rare Brazilian heirloom variety originating from Brazil, celebrated for its exceptionally beautiful appearance with pods that make the plant look like it is holding colorful candies. It is one of the most visually striking Capsicum chinense varieties.
Appearance
Growing
Heritage
We don't have a documented family for this pepper yet.