Sacred Pepper
"Unforgettable flavor, revered for centuries"
Aromatic and sacred plant native to Central America, often used in traditional medicine and culinary practices.
Also known as
Sacred Pepper, Sahuayo Pepper
Botanical name
Piper sanctum
Product Details
PLU Code
3472
4-digit conventional code
Category
Herbs
Sacred Pepper › All Sizes
Origin
Central America
Temperature
32°F - 50°F (0°C - 10°C)
Shelf Life
7-14 days
Status
Approved
About Sacred Pepper
Piper sanctum is an evergreen climber with edible fruit in the form of berries. It thrives in subtropical climates and well-drained soils.
Nutrition Information
Piper sanctum, also known as Sacred Pepper, its nutritional breakdown is not well documented as it is not commonly consumed as food. However, as it belongs to the pepper family, its nutritional profile may be somewhat similar to other pepper varieties.
Per 100 grams of generic pepper
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Energy 251 kilojoules
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Carbohydrates 7.3 grams
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Fiber 3.9 grams
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Protein 1.8 grams
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Fat 0.3 grams
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Vitamin A 47 micrograms
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Vitamin B6 0.12 milligrams
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Vitamin E 0.87 milligrams
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Manganese 0.89 milligrams
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Copper 0.40 milligrams
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Phosphorus 34 milligrams
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Potassium 139 milligrams
Please note the above values may differ in Sacred Pepper due to lack of specific data on this specific variety
Storage & Handling
Sacred Pepper requires refrigeration, with moderate to high humidity to prolong freshness.
Temperature
32°F - 50°F (0°C - 10°C)
Humidity
80% - 90%
Packaging
Cool, dry, well-ventilated, away from direct sunlight
Shelf Life
7-14 days
Storage Notes: Keep away from ethylene-producing fruits to prevent spoilage and loss of flavor
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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