Pink Tiger Pepper
Also known as Pimenta Tiger
A striking Italian hybrid chili pepper known for its vibrant pink, peach, and purple striped or splotched pods, dark foliage, prolific production, and sweet fruity heat in the hot range (200,000–350,000 SHU).
Growing
~90 days to maturity
Fruit size
5–8 cm
Flavor & Use
Sweet and fruity with floral, perfumey notes and a light bitterness; reminiscent of peach bhut varieties.
Culinary
About
A cross between the Bhut Jolokia and Pimenta de Neyde, the Pink Tiger produces twisted, lightly wrinkled pods that typically ripen from green and dark purple to creamy pink, peach, or light purple with vibrant purple splotches or striations. The plants feature beautiful dark green and purple foliage, grow bushy to roughly 3-4 feet tall and wide, and are known as prolific producers. It delivers a sweet, fruity punch with floral and perfumey notes alongside substantial heat, making it popular both for cooking and as an ornamental variety.
Backstory
This modern hybrid was developed in Italy by Enrico Lai (associated with Mojo Peppers / Mojopeppers) from a cross between Bhut Jolokia and Pimenta de Neyde. It combines the heat and fruitiness of its parents with striking coloration and dark foliage, and has become popular among specialty pepper growers for both culinary and ornamental use.
Appearance
Growing
Heritage
We don't have a documented family for this pepper yet.
The named parents aren't linked in Capsi yet.
Peppers bred from Pink Tiger Pepper