IISR-Malabar Excel Pepper Plants (Pack of 10)

IISR-Malabar Excel: A High-Yielding Pepper Variety

IISR-Malabar Excel is a promising pepper variety that offers a combination of high yield, excellent quality, and adaptability to high altitude conditions. It is a valuable addition to pepper growers seeking a reliable and productive cultivar.

Year of Release: 2004

Pedigree: A hybrid of Cholamundi and Panniyur-1.

Areas of Adoption: Primarily suited for high altitude regions.

Maturity Group: Medium

Yield: 2.78 kg/vine

Quality Attributes:

• Piperine: 2.96% (a key compound contributing to pungency)
• Oleoresin: 13.5% (a valuable extract used in various industries)
• Essential Oil: 3.2% (provides the characteristic aroma and flavor)

Morphological Characters:

• Leaf: Elliptic lanceolate, with a length of 17 cm and a breadth of 8 cm.
• Spike: Approximately 8.8 cm long.

Fruit Characteristics:

• Fruit Set: 70%
• Fruits per Spike: 70
• 1000 Fruit Volume: 100 cubic centimeters
• 1000 Fruit Weight: 103 grams
• Yield per Vine: 2.78 kg per line (fresh)
• Dry Recovery: 34%

Special Characteristics:

• High Altitude Adaptation: IISR-Malabar Excel is particularly well-suited for cultivation in high altitude areas.

Key Benefits:

• High Yield: Produces a substantial amount of pepper per vine.
• Excellent Quality: Offers superior piperine, oleoresin, and essential oil content.
• Adaptability: Thrives in high altitude environments.
• Consistent Performance: Demonstrates reliable yield and quality characteristics.