Description

🌶️ White Bird’s Eye Chilli, also known as White Kanthari Mulaku in Kerala, is a rare and fiery variety of chili pepper from the species Capsicum annuum. It’s a standout among bird’s eye chilies due to its pale coloration and intense heat.

🔍 Key Characteristics

• Color: Creamy white when ripe, unlike the more common red or green variants.
• Size: Small and slender, typically 2–3 cm long.
• Heat Level: Extremely hot, ranging from 50,000 to 100,000 Scoville Heat Units.
• Growth Habit: Perennial plant that can live up to 6 years with proper care.

🌱 Cultivation Notes

• Ideal Climate: Thrives in tropical regions like Kerala, especially in shaded areas with regular watering.
• Propagation: Grown from seeds; germination improves with pre-treatment like soaking in warm water.
• Harvesting: Labor-intensive due to small size and delicate flowers; best harvested when fully mature.

🍽️ Culinary & Medicinal Uses

• In Kerala Cuisine: Often mashed with rice, added to coconut chutneys (thenga chammanthi), or used in spicy gravies.
• Health Benefits:
  • Boosts metabolism and aids in weight loss
  • Rich in antioxidants like Vitamin A and C
  • Has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties