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Attribute Aji Dulce Remove Czech Black Remove
Scoville range 100 – 1,000 SHU
Mild
5,000 – 15,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum annuum
Origin Venezuela/Puerto Rico Czech Republic
Ripe color Red Purple-Black to Red
Pod size 1-2 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Very mild Mild to moderate heat
Culinary uses Sweet chinense, sofrito Purple Czech variety
Growing difficulty Easy Easy
Days to harvest 85-95 days 70-80 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-30 inches
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