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Attribute Aji Dulce Amarillo Remove Numex Suave Orange Remove
Scoville range 100 – 1,000 SHU
Mild
800 – 1,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Venezuela New Mexico, USA
Ripe color Yellow Orange
Pod size 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Very mild Habanero flavor, almost no heat
Culinary uses Yellow sweet Venezuelan chinense Habanero flavor without fire
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 95-105 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
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