Brazillian Starfish Chilli

If you are looking for a true garden showpiece that tastes as spectacular as it looks, the Brazilian Starfish Chili is an absolute must-grow. Originating in Peru and perfected in Brazil, this rare, open-pollinated heirloom belongs to the Capsicum baccatum family, renowned for its complex, fruity flavors.
​What makes this pepper so special is its dramatic “weeping” or vine-like growth habit. Unlike compact, bushy kitchen peppers, the Brazilian Starfish grows tall and architectural. As the season progresses, its sturdy branches become heavily laden with dozens of brilliant, star-shaped pods that mature from deep green to a striking, glossy crimson red.
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​This isn’t just a pretty plant; it is highly prized by culinary artisans. The Starfish chili offers a unique, dual-intensity eating experience:
​The Wings: The outer, scalloped edges are thick-walled, incredibly crisp, and intensely sweet with notes of fresh apple and tropical fruit. They carry virtually no heat.
​The Center: As you bite closer to the seed cavity, you are met with a lively, clean, medium kick (about 10,000 to 30,000 SHU).
​It is the ultimate “all-rounder” pepper—perfect for eating fresh, slicing into summer salads, stuffing with cream cheese, pickling whole to preserve their whimsical shape, or drying into a sweet-and-spicy artisan chili powder.