CGN 23258

CGN 23258 is a Capsicum chinense accession preserved as part of a genetic resource collection at the Centre for Genetic Resources in the Netherlands. It was collected in Northeastern Brazil by B. Pickersgill in 1972, primarily for genetic diversity conservation. The plant produces small, round pods that ripen from dark green to pale yellow, and then to bright yellow, known for their distinctly aromatic chinense flavor. The pepper is easy to grow, ideal for gardeners interested in flavor rather than extreme heat, though it falls within the lower habanero heat range.

The plant features low vigor and a bushy growth habit with small, light green leaves. Flowers are white and appear early, with a drooping attitude. Fruit setting ability is low, and the fruit is conical and flattened, with smooth skin that measures about 4–5 mm thick. The fruit matures from dark green to pale yellow, then to bright yellow, and lacks cracking tendencies, offering a sweet, fruity flavor with a mild heat profile, typically under 125,000 SHU.

Historically, CGN 23258 is used in culinary preparations for its aromatic, mildly pungent flavor, ideal for fresh consumption, pickling, drying, and use in sauces or powders. As a part of the CGN collection, it serves as an important genetic resource and continues to play a role in preserving pepper diversity.