Panniyur 10 + Sigandhini Black Pepper Plants(Pack of 5+5)

Panniyur 10 Black Pepper Plants

Buy best quality black pepper variety – Panniyur 10 pepper plants online.

Are you seeking the finest quality black pepper plants? Look no further! Pepperhub brings you Panniyur 10 pepper plants, a remarkable hybrid variety developed by Kerala Agriculture University (KAU Panniyur). Known for its exceptional yield and resilience to various climates, Panniyur 10 pepper plants(Patent – Panniyur 1 *Cul 54(OP of cv. Karivalli) are a top choice for farmers and gardeners alike.

Panniyur 10 pepper plants are bred to withstand both drought and heavy rainfall, making them highly adaptable to different environmental conditions. It has been tested in various climate conditions and it proved to withstand all climate changes. With a fruiting period as short as two years from planting, these plants yield up to an impressive 3.1 kg per vine. The long spikes and bold berries, coupled with resistance to phytophthora infections, ensure a robust harvest.

Ideal for growers of all levels, Panniyur 10 pepper plants are relatively easy to cultivate and maintain. They thrive in well-drained soil with partial shade, making them suitable for a wide range of growing environments.

Sigandhini Black Pepper Plants

Sigandhini pepper is identified and developed by Sri. Ramakanth Ramachandra Hegde of Hunsekoppa, a small village in Uttar Kannada district of Karnataka. The black pepper variety Sigandini is known for its exceptional agronomic and quality traits, making it a preferred choice among farmers, especially in challenging growing conditions. Each spike typically bears around 80 berries with a compact setting and minimal pinhead formation, contributing to its high yield potential.  Sigandini also demonstrates broad leaves of medium length that optimize canopy space usage, and its vines are vigorous with dense branching. The variety shows excellent tolerance to foot rot, slow wilt, and quick wilt, along with reported resistance to viral infections, making it ideal for virus-affected plots. Its early maturity (by December–January) offers a longer rest period post-harvest, supporting consistent annual bearing. Furthermore, it shows strong drought tolerance, with nursery plants from single-node cuttings exhibiting excellent field establishment. These characteristics collectively position Sigandini as a robust, high-performing, and farmer-friendly variety for sustainable black pepper cultivation.

 Key Features of Sigandhini Black Pepper

• High Yield: Sigandhini produces approximately 86 spikes per square meter, surpassing the yield of varieties like Panniyur-1.

• Disease Resistance: It exhibits significantly lower susceptibility to foot rot (8.34%) and slow wilt (8.75%) compared to Panniyur-1, which records 24.16% and 26.25% respectively.

• Quality Attributes:

  • Piperine Content: Higher at 5.04%, enhancing its pungency and medicinal value.

  • Oleoresin Content: Elevated at 7.24%, contributing to its rich aroma and flavor.

  • Bulk Density: Denser at 578.36 g/L, indicating superior quality.

• Growth Characteristics: The plants are vigorous, reaching heights of 6.86 meters, with longer leaves and more runners per vine, indicating robust growth.

• Early Maturity: Harvesting can commence nearly a month earlier, around December-January, providing an advantage in crop planning.

This black pepper variety exhibits strong resistance to slow wilt and quick wilt diseases, along with a higher overall tolerance to pests and infections, making it ideal for cultivation in virus-affected plots—an observation supported by farmers. It matures early, with harvesting possible by December–January, nearly a month ahead of the popular hybrid Panniyur-1. This early maturity offers a longer rest period for the plant, promoting regular and consistent yields. The vine features a well-spread canopy with numerous branches and is noted for its drought tolerance. Nursery plants raised from single-node cuttings show vigorous growth and excellent field establishment. Additionally, this variety is highly suitable for multi-storeyed cropping systems, especially when grown alongside arecanut.