Posted by
DanCarmona (Fort Wayne, Indiana - Zone 5a) on Jan 19, 2012 12:11 PM concerning plant:
Turks Cap
Capsicum: Chinense
Origin: Trinidad
PI:
Flower: erect, rotate, small
Petals: white
Spots: green (yellow-brown)
Calyx: no or small 5 teeth
Pods: red, round or oblong
Seed: yellow-brown
Leaves: smooth, relatively small
Plant height: 18-24"
Maturity: 80 Days
Habit: sturdy, tree-like bush
Scoville units: 30,000-50,000
An interesting variety producing approx 2" 2-1/2" tornado-like turban pods. A strong shrub produces many pendent pods ripening from light green to coral to red, with a "light" habanero flavor. Another variety for fresh salsas, sauces, pickling and garnish.
