Panniyur 5 Pepper Plant

₹100.00

Panniyur 5 is an improved black pepper cultivar developed through open pollination from the ‘Perumkodi’ variety. It is a regular-bearing, high-yielding cultivar known for its consistent performance and adaptability. This variety is suitable for cultivation in all major pepper-growing regions. Panniyur 5 is valued for its tolerance to shade and resistance to common nursery diseases, making it a reliable choice for farmers. Under good cultivation practices, Panniyur 5 produces an average yield of approximately 1,098 kg per hectare of dry berries annually, making it an excellent option for commercial black pepper production. Botanical name (all): Piper nigrum Country of origin: India (Pepper Research Station, Panniyur, Kerala)

Planting Method

Site Selection

Thrives in subtropical/tropical climates. Prefers full sun and well-drained fertile soil.

Planting

Dig pits 1–1.5 ft deep. Mix soil with Vermicompost. Maintain 2–3 meters spacing between plants.

Care

Watering:

Regular intervals; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fungicide:

Saaf , Bavistin , Copper Oxychloride , Blitox

Pesticide:

Hilban , Nagata

Growth:

Foliar Spray , Npk 19-19-19 , Factamfos , Urea , Blaukorn

Flowering:

SOP , Potash , K Potash , 18-18-18(Flowering & Growth)

Harvest

Fruit appears 1–2 years after planting. Harvest when fruits turn vibrant and slightly soft.

Key Features

Tangy, sweet-tart fruits rich in Vitamins A, C, and antioxidants. Used fresh or for juices.

Propagation

Propagated via seeds, stem cuttings, or grafting. Grafted plants produce fruit much faster.