Greendoor - Bolivian Bumpy – Chili Seeds

• Unique texture: The fruits have a characteristic ‘bumpy’ surface, giving them a wild, dangerous appearance.
• Andean Power: A robust variety prized for its high productivity and vibrant colours.
• Exotic aroma: It offers the typical tropical fruit notes one expects from high-quality Bolivian chillies.

Plant characteristics

The Bolivian Bumpy is a vigorous plant that is ideal for growing in pots:

• Growth habit: It grows very compactly, bushy and with many branches. This makes it ideal for balconies or smaller greenhouses.
• Height: Usually reaches a height of 60 to 80 cm. However, with optimal nutrient supply, it can grow slightly taller.
• Leaves: The leaves are broad, dark green and form a dense canopy, beneath which the numerous fruits stand out.
• Yield: The plant is a true high-yielder. Dozens of the small, fiery pods can ripen simultaneously on a single shrub.

The fruit

The appearance of the Bolivian Bumpy is the source of its name and its trademark:

• Shape: The fruits are about 3 to 5 cm long, pendulous and have an irregular, wavy to warty surface. They taper to a point or end slightly rounded.
• Colour progression: The pods ripen from a deep green to a bright, deep yellow-orange (occasionally red, depending on the selection).
• Texture: The flesh is relatively firm and crisp.

Flavour & heat level

The Bolivian Bumpy is definitely one of the hotter varieties in the garden.

• Heat level: 9 to 10 (very hot). On the Scoville scale, it ranges from 150,000 to 300,000 SHU. The heat sets in quickly and is very long-lasting.
• Aroma: Despite its extreme heat, it develops a wonderfully floral and fruity aroma with subtle notes of apricot and citrus.

Uses

Due to its intensity, it is perfect for lovers of spicy cuisine:

• Fresh salsas: Adds intense heat and a fruity depth to sauces.
• Drying: The pods are excellent for drying and can be processed into a highly aromatic, yellow-orange chilli powder.
• Hot Sauces: Ideal as a base for homemade fermented sauces or spicy dips.

Technical details

• Type: Capsicum chinense
• Contents: 10+ seeds
• Heat level: 9–10 (Very hot)
• Sowing: February to April (pre-sowing at 22–28 °C recommended)
• Maturation time: approx. 90–100 days
• Location: Very sunny, warm and sheltered.