Pillpintu Pasña, meaning “Señorita Mariposa” or “Young Butterfly Woman,” is a rare and visually striking potato variety from the Andean highlands. Recognized for its pale purple skin with creamy eye-like markings, this variety produces high numbers of compressed tubers and is favored for boiling and soups. Its elegant appearance and culinary quality make it highly appreciated in rural communities.
Tuber Characteristics:
- Shape: Compressed (flattened)
- Skin Color (Primary): Pale purple
- Skin Color (Secondary): White cream (as "glasses"/eye rings)
- Flesh Color: White
- Number of Tubers per Plant: 30–64
- Yield per Plant: 1.1–1.4 kg
Resistances & Agronomic Data:
- Late Blight (Rancha): Moderately susceptible
- Frost Tolerance: Moderately tolerant
- Storage: Intermediate (3–5 months)
- Altitude Range: 3,300–4,000 meters above sea level
- Cooking Time: Medium