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Attribute Aleppo Pepper Remove Fish Remove Cayenne – Purple Remove
Scoville range 10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
5,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Syria (Aleppo) Mid-Atlantic USA USA (cultivated)
Ripe color Burgundy Red Cream striped to Orange-Red Purple to Red
Pod size 4-6 inches 2-3 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Moderate heat with fruity, earthy notes Moderate heat Cayenne heat with slight sweetness
Culinary uses Middle Eastern cuisine, essential seasoning Alternative name, African-American heirloom Decorative, powder, hot sauces
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Days to harvest 85-95 days 80-90 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-36 inches
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