Ramnad Round Pepper Seeds – Rare Indian Mundu Chili (Gundu Molzuka), Hot & Round, South Indian Curries

Ramnad Round Pepper – Mundu Chili / Gundu Molzuka (Capsicum annuum)

The Ramnad Round Pepper, also known as Mundu Chili or Gundu Molzuka (“fat chili” in Tamil), is one of the most distinctive and rare chili varieties from South India. Its plump, round, yellowish-red shape sets it apart visually from virtually every other Indian chili — and the heat is fully there. Used extensively in traditional Tamil Nadu and South Indian cooking, this rare gem is beloved by heat-seeking cooks and pepper collectors worldwide.

These seeds are hand-harvested from pesticide-free plants grown in the Caribbean Garden Seed collection — the same plants replanted from saved seed each year, keeping this rare variety true and alive.

Pepper Details

• Common Names: Ramnad Round Pepper, Mundu Chili, Gundu Molzuka
• Origin: Ramnad (Ramanathapuram), Tamil Nadu, South India
• Shape: Round to oval, fat — unique among Indian chilies
• Color: Yellowish-red at maturity
• Heat: Hot — comparable to traditional South Indian chilies
• Best Use: South Indian curries, chutneys, pickles, sambals, spice blends
• Container Friendly: Excellent in pots and containers

Growing Instructions

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost for best results.
• Germination can take 7 days to nearly a month — be patient!
• Use a heat mat or warm spot (80–85°F soil temperature) to encourage germination.
• Transplant outdoors after last frost in full sun, well-drained soil. Space 18–24" apart.
• Thrives in containers — use a 5-gallon pot for best results.
• Water consistently; fertilize every few weeks during the growing season.

Seed Saving

Allow fruits to fully ripen to yellowish-red before harvesting seeds. Dry thoroughly and store in a cool, dry place to maintain viability year after year.

Select your desired seed quantity above. Rare, pesticide-free, hand-harvested seeds.