Buy Biquinho Yellow Chilli Plug Plant

Biquinho Yellow Chilli Plug Plant

Golden drops of fruity heat: Heat Level: ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

World of Chillies Yellow Biquinho chillies ripening on plant

Compact and heavy cropping, it’s ideal for patios and small spaces.

World of Chillies close up of Yellow Biquinho chillies on stem

Pods ripen to a clean, glossy yellow with a gentle taper.

World of Chillies Yellow Biquinho chilli plant in terracotta pot

A tidy, upright plant that produces right through the summer.

World of Chillies grower with potted Yellow Biquinho plant

I like to keep one by the door — it never stops fruiting.

World of Chillies Red and Yellow Biquinho chillies sliced open to show seeds

Mild, tangy flavour with a citrus edge, great with the red variety.

World of Chillies freshly picked Yellow Biquinho chillies in hand

Fresh off the plant, they’re crisp and slightly sweet.

World of Chillies pizza topped with Yellow and Red Biquinho chillies

Bright and juicy on pizza or tossed through a salad.

World of Chillies single Yellow Biquinho chilli on wooden surface

Distinctive teardrop shape and easy, steady harvests.

A single Chocolate Primo pod on the plant, darkening to a deep mahogany as it ripens.

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Why buy plugs (not plants)?
• A 1-litre plant costs £11–£12.
£20 typically buys five or six plugs.
• If you start in Feb–Mar, those plugs have ~3 months to grow on, and by May they’re often bigger and better rooted than a 1-litre plant that’s been held back to stay saleable.
• You also get more choice, less transit damage, and time to harden plants off properly.

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I’m really excited about growing these little yellow jewels again this year. I grew them a few years ago but they somehow slipped off my radar. After really getting into sprinkling raw, mild to medium heat chillies over everything last season, I’m keen to give these another go — they’re just so versatile and fun to grow.

Originating in Brazil, Biquinho literally means "little beak," named for their distinctive teardrop shape. The plants are compact and wildly prolific, producing masses of tiny, juicy pods with a mild, fruity heat. They’re the sort of chilli you can throw onto everything — salads, pizzas, grilled veg — with impunity.

In Brazil, Biquinhos are often served as bar snacks, pickled in vinegar and handed out alongside cold beer. You’ll spot jars of them on tables in botecos — the kind of relaxed, neighbourhood bars where food and conversation flow late into the night.

They’re also brilliant for fermenting, or simply piling into a jar of vinegar for a year-round hit of mellow heat and flavour. A truly joyful chilli, both to grow and to eat.

Want to read more about the biquinho, try Sultans of Zing and Chilli of the Week

Additional Information

▶ Species: Capsicum chinense

▶ Heat Level: Mild but noticeable – a gentle warmth with a hint of that classic chinense kick.

▶ Fruit Appearance: Small, glossy, teardrop-shaped pods that ripen to a vibrant yellow.

▶ Flavour Profile: Bright, fruity, and tangy with a delicate sweetness. Mild enough to snack on, with a subtle habanero-like finish.

▶ Fruiting Time: Exceptionally productive – plants often yield hundreds of pods over a long season.

▶ Growing Conditions: Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Ideal for pots, patios, or greenhouse growing. Compact and easy to manage.

▶ Uses: Traditionally pickled in Brazil and served with cold beer. Great fresh in salads, on pizzas, or fermented for sauces and condiments.

▶ How to Grow Chillies: My free 28-page booklet, "How to Grow Chillies," is included with every plant or seed order to guide you through a successful growing season.

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▶ 1. Easy to Grow: Some chillies are just a joy to grow — compact, reliable, and happy in a pot (5). Others shoot off in all directions or sulk at the first sign of wind (1). I’ve given higher scores to the ones that do well here in the UK.

▶ 2. Ornamental Quality: A few of these are real show-offs, with pods that look like jewels or dramatic foliage that turns heads. Others are more practical than pretty. This score is just about how good they look on the patio or in the greenhouse.

▶ 3. Heat Level: This isn’t a technical SHU score — it’s just a kitchen-friendly 1 to 5. A 1 means very mild (like a jalapeño), a 5 is properly hot (think Bhut Jolokia). It should help you judge what you’re in for!

▶ 4. Hardiness: How well do they cope with our unpredictable summers? I’ve given higher scores to the tough ones that keep going through cool nights, wind, or patchy weather without much fuss.

▶ 5. Culinary Use: This one’s about how often I actually use them. Some are perfect for pickling, stuffing or powders — others look good but don’t end up in many meals. If it’s flavourful and versatile, it scores high.

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