Botan Kosho Chili Plant

Discover the Botan kosho, a rare Japanese heirloom pepper cultivated in the volcanic highlands of Mount Madarao for centuries. Distinguished by its distinctive peony-shaped form and thick flesh, this varietal delivers a complex flavor profile—opening with bright sweetness and fruit-forward notes before transitioning to a subtle, warming spice. High-altitude cultivation imparts remarkable tenderness and nuanced balance uncommon in pepper varieties. Harvest timing influences its character: cooler conditions yield sweeter profiles, while full ripening to deep crimson intensifies heat. Ideal for grilling, miso pickling, or traditional preparations like Yatara. As fewer growers maintain this lineage, cultivating Botan kosho preserves an endangered culinary tradition.

• Seedling Plant Size: Approx. 4"-5"
• Origin: Japan
• SHU: 1,000 to 5,000

Source: Google, Wikipedia, Rareseeds, Johnny's Seeds.