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Attribute Bell Pepper – Green Remove Pasilla de Oaxaca Remove Aleppo Pepper Remove
Scoville range Not recorded Not recorded 10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Central America — Syria (Aleppo)
Ripe color Green — Burgundy Red
Pod size 4-6 inches — 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Vegetal, grassy, slightly bitter — Moderate heat with fruity, earthy notes
Culinary uses Fajitas, stuffed peppers, stir-fries, pizza, salads — Middle Eastern cuisine, essential seasoning
Growing difficulty Easy — Moderate
Days to harvest 60-75 days — 85-95 days
Plant height 18-24 inches — 24-30 inches
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