Yellow Biquinho Seeds

Bright, Mild, Picklable

Yellow Biquinho is one of the easiest and most rewarding varieties to grow from seed if you’re after flavour rather than fire. It’s a Brazilian Capsicum chinense known for its tiny, lantern-like pods and its very mild heat.

From the moment the seedlings get going, you can pretty much tell you’re in for a steady, reliable crop. They establish quickly, branch neatly and settle into a compact, rounded shape that suits pots perfectly.

The fruit is what makes this variety stand out. The pods ripen to a clear, bright yellow — almost lemon-sherbet in colour — and hang from the plant like little drops of light.

They’re wonderfully juicy with a soft, sweet aroma and only the gentlest warmth. At roughly 500–1,000 SHU, they’re closer to a mild pepper than a typical chilli, which means you can eat them raw without any hesitation.

In the kitchen, they’re incredibly versatile. Slice them into salads, scatter them over grain bowls or mix them into quick pickles. They hold their texture well and bring a delicate brightness to whatever you put them in.

If you enjoy preserving, Yellow Biquinho takes very well to both vinegar pickling and fermentation, developing a slightly fruity tang that works brilliantly as a table snack.

As a seed-grown plant, it’s consistent, productive and low-maintenance. If you’re looking for a dependable variety that delivers colour, crunch and a gentle nudge of heat, this is a lovely one to grow.

If you’d rather skip the seed stage, I also grow Yellow Biquinho plug plants, ready to pot on and get going quickly.