Elephant pepper, 10 seeds, Capsicum annuum (347)

The 'elephant' is an ancient traditional variety that is grown in Bulgaria, Macedonia and Kosovo. There's the name "Vezena piperka."

A fun chili, which carries a fine cork fabric on the outer skin, which reminiscent of the elephant skin. That's why this delicious chili is called Elephant in this country. He could have been called well Ringelstrumpf because of his grain. In English-speaking countries, it is sometimes called embroidery pepper.

The aroma is sweet with a touch of jalapeno heat.'Elephant 'produces an average performance. The fruits mature from green to red, where cork cells form quite early. The plants reach a height of approximately 1.20 m.

Traditionally, it is used fresh. Its juicy meat combines well with sauces, soups, peas or vegetable pans.

SCOVILLE: 3,000-5,000

ORIGIN - BALKANES