Kristian Yellow Pepper
Also known as Kristian Pepper · Kristian Thai Pepper · Hot Kristian · Kristian Cayenne Chilli
Compact Capsicum annuum Thai-style cayenne pepper with bright yellow pods, very hot (~65k SHU average), early maturing, and productive in pots or small spaces. Great for fresh spicy dishes and salsas.
Growing
~80 days to maturity
Fruit size
5–8.5 cm
Flavor & Use
Nice spicy flavor with significant heat; enjoyable fresh. Best used fresh or in sauces rather than dried, as the bright yellow color tends to muddy.
Culinary
About
The Kristian Yellow Pepper is a compact, high-yielding Capsicum annuum variety producing small, skinny, pointed pods that ripen from green to a striking bright lemon or canary yellow. A Thai-style cayenne from Southeast Asia and Thailand, it delivers very hot heat (approx. 65,000 SHU average) with nice spicy flavor. Plants reach about 60-90 cm tall, mature early, and perform well in pots or sheltered ground. Thin-fleshed fruits (~5-8.5 cm long) are ideal for fresh use; best not dried as color muddies.
Backstory
Commercial seed variety selected from Thai pepper types originating in Southeast Asia and Thailand. Popularized in international specialty seed catalogs for its vibrant yellow color, compact habit, and reliable heat and yields.
Appearance
Growing
Heritage
We don't have a documented family for this pepper yet.