Pepper - Olho De Mutum

Minimum Seed Count: 10 Olho de Mutum is a rare pepper that can be found growing wild in the rainforests of Brazil! Its name translates roughly to “Mutum’s Eye,” referring to the small, eye-like appearance of its fruits. The plants produce an abundance of small, rounded peppers that mature from Dark Purple to an eye appealing peach color! These little peppers pack some heat (50,000-100,000 SHU) for their size and a strong pepper flavor! Olho de Mutum is an exciting variety for gardeners who enjoy growing unusual peppers . The compact fruits are excellent for hot sauces, salsas, pickling, drying, and adding serious heat to cooked dishes. A perfect variety for growing as a house plant feeding your family peppers all year long! Plant Details Species: Capsicum chinense Plant Type: Annual hot pepper Days to Maturity: 90–110 days from transplant Fruit Shape: Small, rounded to slightly elongated pods Fruit Color: Green, ripening to bright red Flavor: Fruity, aromatic, and intensely hot Growth Habit: Bushy, branching plants Primary Uses: Hot sauce, salsa, pickling, drying, and cooking Growing Guide Starting Seeds Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last expected frost. Soil temperatures should be maintained around 80–85°F for best germination. Plant seeds approximately ¼ inch deep. Keep the growing medium consistently moist but never waterlogged. Germination may take 7–21 days. Provide strong light once seedlings emerge. Planting Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Harden plants off gradually for 7–10 days before planting outside. Choose a location receiving full sun. Space plants approximately 18–24 inches apart. Grow in fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Growing Conditions Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) Warm temperatures Fertile, well-drained soil Consistent moisture Protection from frost and cold temperatures Care Water deeply when the soil begins to dry. Avoid consistently wet soil, which can lead to root problems. Fertilize regularly once plants become established. Avoid excessive nitrogen once flowering begins. Mulch around plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Provide support if branches become heavily loaded with peppers. Harvesting Harvest peppers when they have reached their mature red color. Peppers can also be harvested green for a different flavor. Use scissors or pruning shears to remove ripe pods without damaging the plant. Wear gloves when handling large quantities of hot peppers. Regular harvesting can encourage continued production. History Olho de Mutum is a rare Brazilian pepper named after the mutum, a group of birds native to South America. Its Portuguese name, meaning “Mutum’s Eye,” reflects the distinctive appearance of its small fruits. Like many traditional South American peppers, it is especially prized by collectors for its unusual appearance, strong heat, and connection to the diverse pepper-growing traditions of Brazil.