Rocoto (Capsicum pubescens) – care guide

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Capsicum pubescens

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Common name: Rocoto
Taxonomy: Family: Solanaceae · Genus: Capsicum

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Capsicum

Watermedium

Lightfull sun

Humiditymediumgeneral genus data

Min. temperature5 °C

Dry winter rest · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data

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Capsicum tip: Chillies can be overwintered: cut back in autumn and keep bright at 12–15 °C.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Capsicum

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Birds don’t feel capsaicin – peppers are a treat for them.

At a glance

Rocoto – what to know

Rocoto (Capsicum pubescens) – family: Solanaceae, genus: Capsicum. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. 5 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

All Capsicum species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Rocoto?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Rocoto need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Rocoto get?

Keep it above 5 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Rocoto toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

When does Rocoto flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Capsicum: Typical flowering time: June, July, August, September.

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