| Family | Solanaceae |
| Scientific name | Capsicum frutescens |
| Common name (English) | Red Chili |
| Common name (Malay) | / |
| Identified as | Introduced plant on Project M.A.R.S.’s land |
Capsicum frutescens, commonly known as chili pepper, is a small perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family. Native to Central and South America, it is widely cultivated across tropical and subtropical regions for its small, extremely hot fruits, which are used fresh, dried, or processed in sauces, spices, and condiments. Traditionally, various parts of the plant—including fruits and seeds—have been used in folk medicine for their analgesic, digestive, and circulatory-supporting properties. With its culinary, medicinal, and cultural significance, Capsicum frutescens remains an important species in tropical agriculture and global cuisine.