KS White Thai

Also known as Khang Starr White Thai

A highly productive and visually striking Thai pepper variety by Khang Starr, featuring multi-colored ripening stages and a distinctive flavor profile suited to both ornamental and culinary use.

Growing

~80 days to maturity

Fruit size

4–6 cm

Flavor & Use

Reminiscent of cucumber with a peppery twist; earthy and sweet, featuring a rare aroma.

earthysweetcucumber-likepeppery

Culinary

curriesstir-friessoupssaucessaladsmarinadesdipping sauces

About

The KS White Thai pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a stunning variety introduced by Khang Starr. It produces elongated, oval-shaped pods approximately 5 cm long with thick, juicy, crunchy flesh and smooth skin. Pods ripen through striking color stages: starting creamy white, showing light purple mottling, then purple, yellow, orange, and finally red.

Backstory

Introduced by Khang Starr as a unique take on the traditional White Thai pepper with larger pods, thicker walls, and distinctive purple mottling during the ripening process.

Appearance

ShapeElongated
ColorCreamy white · Purple · Yellow · Orange · Red
Size4–6 cm
WallThick
SkinSmooth

Growing

SunFull
WaterModerate
ClimateTropical
Days to maturity80 days
Plant height90–120 cm
Soil pH6–7
Germination7–14 days
Spacing45 cm
HardinessZones 9-11

Heritage

We don't have a documented family for this pepper yet.

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