Thekkan 1

₹150.00

Thekkan-1 Pepper Plant is a locally selected high-yielding variety of Black Pepper known for its adaptability and consistent performance. It is a vigorous climber that produces good-length spikes with quality pepper berries. The plant thrives in tropical climates and prefers well-drained, fertile soil with partial shade. With proper support and care, it can provide reliable and regular harvests, making it suitable for both home gardens and commercial cultivation. Botanical name: Piper nigrum Country of origin: India (Kerala region selections)

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.