Cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper: variety description

Cayenne pepper: plant photo

To date, in nature, as well as professional breeders, a huge number of plants have been bred that have positive properties. Cayenne pepper can also help with a number of ailments. This culture has many extraordinary properties, but not all users are aware of this, which is why pepper is most often used only as a fragrant seasoning. But still, if you delve deeper into the consideration of this vegetable, you can understand that it has much more properties than it might seem at first glance.

Cayenne pepper can be included in the top ten most beneficial herbs or plants, as it has a huge number of positive traits and characteristics. Next, we will list why it is worth growing this plant, and why it is so useful in modern folk medicine.

First, hot cayenne pepper has a blood-stimulating effect. Thanks to him, many processes in the human body that are responsible for the exchange of nutrients and components are accelerated, which has a beneficial effect on the metabolism, metabolism and the state of the human circulatory system. Also, cayenne pepper perfectly cleanses the blood, so hormonal diseases rarely affect a person who regularly uses pepper for these purposes. In simple words, thanks to hot cayenne pepper, the human immune system becomes even stronger, and this is an incredible plus.

Secondly, it is worth noting that if a person is diagnosed with diseases of the cardiovascular and circulatory system, then cayenne pepper will have a beneficial effect on his body. The variety normalizes the work of the heart, heart muscle, and also perfectly helps if a person is suddenly diagnosed with a sharp pain in the heart. In addition, cayenne pepper perfectly cleanses the blood, has a positive effect on the arterial and venous systems, prevents the accumulation of plaques that lead to atherosclerosis, strokes and heart attacks.

Despite its rather pungent effect, cayenne pepper fights well against stomach ulcers. The fruits contain a component that restores digestion processes, and is also able to heal the affected gastric mucosa. For prostate cancer, hot peppers are an excellent remedy. There are many real stories in which authors share their cases of prostate cancer treatment, and in them cayenne pepper was also a hero. Tumors decrease in size, painful sensations also become less pronounced, which is a huge plus.

Thanks to the hot cayenne pepper and the substances it contains, a person can fight cramps, muscle cramps, and allergic reactions to various foods and substances. Pepper gives a lot of energy, improves mood, improves digestive processes in the human body, from which the general condition improves. Pepper is often used to restore the liver after prolonged use of alcoholic beverages, as well as low-quality food, and this is also a huge advantage of this plant.

Also, another action of cayenne pepper is that it is the strongest antimicrobial anesthetic. The fungus under the influence of pepper components is destroyed, and harmful microorganisms that can harm a person also die.Pepper has an excellent effect on the body of a man. Thus, pepper perfectly heals the human body, and at the same time does not cause any side effects and allergic reactions, which is also undoubtedly a huge plus.

How is cayenne pepper different from chili peppers?

Of course, consumers and gardeners alike are wondering what are the differences between cayenne pepper and its hot cousin, chili. In general, many hot peppers are called chili, but from the point of view of gardening and agricultural technology, they still belong to different plants, and this must be borne in mind. Chili is a vegetable that, thanks to its properties, makes dishes spicy and harsh. In addition, chili is also incredibly beneficial to human health, which must be kept in mind.

If we are talking about cayenne pepper, then it is the hottest among all the representatives of peppers, and in general among all the spices that exist in the modern world. Pepper is grown on the territory of the Asian continent, and it can also be grown in Western Europe. In addition, pepper is very popular among gardeners and agronomists from Africa and South America, where there are all conditions for the successful growth of the plant.

It is worth noting that the fruits of hot cayenne pepper are quite small, in comparison with chili peppers, they are completely small, and their color is light orange, so it is generally difficult to imagine that this pepper is the hottest of all this kind of peppers. In the crushed form, the spice has a light pink, yellowish tint, and it is much lighter than if we took chili in a crushed form. Cayenne pepper tastes very hard, as hot as possible, it is not recommended to use it in its usual form, it is best used as a seasoning for various dishes. Also, cayenne pepper in the price category is slightly higher than chili, and this should also be remembered and paid attention to this factor. It is difficult to buy high-quality cayenne pepper, it is very rare, and if it is found, then a sufficient amount of money will have to be paid for it. At the same time, a person can be sure of its quality and properties, which we mentioned a little above.

Cayenne pepper: characteristics of the variety

Hot cayenne pepper: video about the variety

Of course, in the poppies of this article, it is extremely important to dwell in more detail on the characteristics of the variety. Cayenne pepper is considered a relative of chili, and one of the closest, despite the differences in appearance and taste, which are very significant. The colors of cayenne pepper can be different, today we should talk about three main and most often found:

• green cayenne pepper
• yellow cayenne pepper
• red cayenne pepper.

The pungency of cayenne pepper, its pungency just depends on what kind it belongs to. Depending on the degree of pungency of taste, a scale has been created for measuring, which varies between indicators such as 1 and 120. Within these limits, it is possible to evaluate the shades of the aroma of pepper, its pungency, color indicators and, of course, how tart it tastes, since this characteristic is also one of the most significant and important.

The largest producers of cayenne pepper today are the territories of West Africa and Mexico, Brazil and Colombia, California - that is, the southern regions of the American continent. Pepper is also produced in Vietnam and Guyana, Indonesia and India. India, in principle, is one of the leaders in the production of a wide variety of spices that are popular all over the world. Pepper is mainly imported to Russia, since in our area, due to rather difficult and harsh climatic conditions, it is almost impossible to grow peppers.In other countries, cayenne pepper is often grown right at home, in flower pots, immediately harvesting and using it for culinary, health and medical purposes, and for this versatility, the variety is really appreciated all over the world.

Growing and caring for cayenne pepper

Hot cayenne pepper: plant photo

The process of growing and caring for cayenne pepper is interesting. Seeds are usually extracted directly from the pods, and in general, seeds can be purchased at specialty horticultural stores. When planting, you should know some points that will allow the gardener not to make mistakes and get an excellent harvest of cayenne pepper with its incredible taste and properties:

• cayenne pepper seeds should be carefully removed from the pot and distributed between two damp wipes to keep the seeds moist and viable
• between the napkins, the seedlings should be kept evenly until they begin to germinate gradually. It is important to make sure that the wipes are always wet, but not particularly wet, otherwise this may negatively affect the plant.
• sprouts can hatch very quickly, the first appear about three days after the manipulations
• the peppers are then planted in seedling pots. In the soil in the pot, the toni begin to grow gradually, strengthen, and are saturated with all the necessary substances and minerals.
• at such a moment, seeds in pots need a warm, high temperature, which sometimes reaches thirty degrees. Plants also require a sufficient amount of sunlight, and in general, cayenne pepper belongs to light-loving and heat-loving crops. Nevertheless, you should protect the seedlings from direct sunlight, because the sun can burn the fragile green part of the sun, cause it a lot of irreparable damage.
• as soon as several leaves are formed on the shoots, then you can take the strongest shoots and plant them in separate pots, where they will further root, gain growth and, ultimately, bear fruit.

As for the soil, ideally it should be a soil mixture, which also includes loam, humus and sand. You can also purchase ready-made soil in specialized stores for gardeners, in this case it is best to take the soil that is intended for tomato crops, since in its composition it is most similar to the ideal mixture for cayenne pepper. After transplanting, during the first few months, the pepper can not be fed or fed with anything, since it will have enough of those substances that are already in the soil. After 3-4 months, it is best to start using some of the food that is sold in stores. Fertilizers are also better to take those that are intended for feeding tomato crops.

In general, cayenne pepper is a very unpretentious plant, and if properly cared for, the plant will delight with its harvest for several years in a row. Of course, for this, some favorable conditions should be created, because, no matter how unpretentious the plant is, it also needs support and care from the gardener, and this is very important. The seeds can be taken directly from the pods - they are quite ready for germination after some of the procedures we mentioned earlier.

When buying cayenne peppers from the store, the best way for a gardener is to consider how best to transplant it. In the soil in which it was purchased (mainly peat), the plant can be easily stored or transported. But nevertheless, peat is not suitable for storing a flower or plant in it for a long time. Cayenne pepper in a peat pot will simply die. Also, a gardener and plant breeder should consider a few points:

• The pots in which the plant is originally sold are not suitable for further growth in them. As a rule, the pots have a small volume, and the root system of the plant is in a constant process of growth, so it is best to transplant it.
• if the tips of the plant's root system come out through the drainage rings in the pot, then this is one of the main signs that it is time to transplant the pepper into a larger pot. Nevertheless, if at the time of purchase the plant is already covered with fruits, then it is best not to plant at this time, otherwise the plant will not have time to take root and will drop the peppers.
• in case there are fruits on the bush, it is better to use another method - transshipment. To do this, the plant is sent to a new pot, but at the same time a clod with earth is transferred along with the root system. The void in a new pot can be filled with a new potting mix, but the main lump should remain. After this procedure, the cayenne pepper is watered abundantly and placed on the windowsill so that the plant has time to get accustomed to new conditions and adapt to them. At first, it is best to closely monitor the plant, its reactions to the environment, how it reacts to sunlight, room temperatures.

Cayenne pepper belongs to the heat-loving and light-loving plants. It is best to put the pot with the plant on the windowsills, which are located in the southwest or southeast. There they will receive the necessary lighting, but will avoid direct sunlight. Direct light can damage the green part of the plant, it is imperative to keep this in mind. If the plant lacks light, the leaves may fade and eventually fall off altogether, which is a sign that something is missing from the cayenne pepper. This can usually happen during the winter, when the amount of daylight decreases dramatically. In this case, it is best to create artificial lighting for the pepper.

When it comes to watering, it is often best not to do it. It is enough to keep the plant in moderate humidity, to prevent waterlogging or drying out of the soil. If there is dry air in the room, then hot cayenne pepper, or rather its green part, is best sprayed daily.

The bushes of hot cayenne peppers periodically need sanitary or health-improving pruning, since thanks to this they will not only acquire an excellent and healthy appearance, but also the green part of the plant will become even thicker and more abundant. Also, thanks to pruning, a person who decided to grow cayenne pepper can give it absolutely any shape that he sees in his own fantasies.

Diseases and pests threatening the variety

Of course, hot cayenne pepper belongs to the category of very strong and hardy, it is less prone to diseases or attacks from pests and insects than other crops. Occasionally, cayenne pepper can be attacked by fungi such as gray mold. In this case, the pepper must be treated with medicines and preparations that are publicly available in any specialized shops for gardeners. It is not difficult to grow peppers at home - it is a non-capricious, unpretentious plant that can delight the gardener with its fruits if he provides him with favorable conditions and minimal care.