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| Attribute | Bell Pepper – Red Remove | Cayenne – Purple Remove | Pimento Pepper Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | Not recorded | 30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
100 – 500 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Central America | USA (cultivated) | Spain |
| Ripe color | Red | Purple to Red | Deep Red |
| Pod size | 4-6 inches | 4-6 inches | 3-4 inches |
| Flavor profile | Sweet, fruity, crisp with no heat | Cayenne heat with slight sweetness | Sweet, aromatic with slight tang |
| Culinary uses | Raw in salads, roasted, stuffed, grilled, stir-fries | Decorative, powder, hot sauces | Stuffing olives, pimento cheese, roasting, spreads |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 75-90 days | 70-80 days | 70-80 days |
| Plant height | 18-24 inches | 24-36 inches | 24-30 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.