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Attribute Aji Pineapple Drop Remove Aji Cito Remove Orange Blob Remove
Scoville range 15,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum
Origin Peru Bolivia USA (hybrid)
Ripe color Yellow-Orange Orange Orange
Pod size 2-3 inches 1-2 inches 2-3 inches (irregular)
Flavor profile Moderate heat Hot heat Fruity sweet heat
Culinary uses Pineapple flavored variant Small Bolivian aji, fresh Unusual shape, hot sauces
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 85-95 days 90-100 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches 36-48 inches
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