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| Attribute | Aji Orchid Remove | Aji Pineapple Remove | Aji Cito Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
20,000 – 30,000 SHU Medium |
30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
| Species | Capsicum baccatum | Capsicum baccatum | Capsicum baccatum |
| Origin | USA (hybrid) | South America | Bolivia |
| Ripe color | Purple | Yellow | Orange |
| Pod size | 2-3 inches | 2-3 inches | 1-2 inches |
| Flavor profile | Fruity moderate heat | Fruity heat with pineapple | Hot heat |
| Culinary uses | Unique purple color, gourmet | Fresh salsas, ceviche, tropical | Small Bolivian aji, fresh |
| Growing difficulty | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Days to harvest | 85-95 days | 85-95 days | 85-95 days |
| Plant height | 36-48 inches | 36-48 inches | 24-36 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.