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Attribute Aji Habanero Remove Burkina Yellow Remove Ají Limo Remove
Scoville range 100,000 – 300,000 SHU
Medium
50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin South America Burkina Faso Peru
Ripe color Orange Yellow Yellow, Orange, Red, Purple
Pod size 1-2 inches 1-2 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Habanero heat Very hot Bright fruity heat, citrus notes
Culinary uses South American cuisine, hot sauces West African yellow chinense Peruvian ceviches, salsas
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 90-100 days 90-100 days 85-95 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
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