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Attribute Aji Cito Remove Orange Blob Remove Ají Amarillo Remove
Scoville range 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum
Origin Bolivia USA (hybrid) Peru
Ripe color Orange Orange Orange-Yellow
Pod size 1-2 inches 2-3 inches (irregular) 4-5 inches
Flavor profile Hot heat Fruity sweet heat Fruity heat with raisin, passion fruit notes
Culinary uses Small Bolivian aji, fresh Unusual shape, hot sauces Peruvian cuisine essential, ceviches, causa
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 90-100 days 90-100 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 36-48 inches 36-48 inches
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