Pepper, Cayenne | Strictly Medicinal Seeds

Grow a flavorful heirloom pepper with African Cayenne Pepper Seeds, offered by Strictly Medicinal Seeds. Formerly known as Mboga, this variety traces its origins to Africa and produces slender peppers that are slightly larger and later maturing than traditional cayenne peppers. With approximately 30,000 Scoville Heat Units, African cayenne delivers a satisfying heat that's perfect for fresh dishes, homemade hot sauces, dried pepper flakes, and seasoning blends.

Our Certified Organically Grown African Cayenne Pepper Seeds are sourced from Strictly Medicinal Seeds, a family-owned seed company specializing in medicinal and culinary herb seeds. Whether you're growing peppers for the kitchen, preserving your harvest, or adding a little spice to your garden, this productive annual is a flavorful addition to any vegetable or herb garden.

Homestead Ideas

• Grow fresh peppers for homemade salsa and hot sauce.
• Dry mature peppers for crushed pepper flakes or powder.
• Add fresh peppers to soups, stews, and stir-fries.
• Preserve your harvest by dehydrating or freezing.
• Grow alongside tomatoes, basil, and other warm-season garden favorites.

⭐ Pro Tip Peppers are often harvested green for a milder flavor or allowed to fully ripen for deeper color and more developed heat.

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Common Name: African Cayenne Pepper
• Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
• Plant Type: Annual
• Scoville Rating: Approximately 30,000 SHU
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 90 days
• Mature Height: Approximately 2 feet
• Recommended Spacing: Approximately 24 inches
• Packet Size: Approximately 20 seeds
• Seed Source: Strictly Medicinal Seeds
• Certified Organically Grown

Planting Instructions

Start seeds indoors approximately 40–50 days before your last expected frost. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed into a location with full sun. Space plants approximately 24 inches apart and water as needed during the growing season.

What's Included

• Approximately 20 Certified Organically Grown African Cayenne Pepper Seeds from Strictly Medicinal Seeds