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Attribute Bhavnagari Mirch Pepper Remove Cheiro Roxa Remove Habanero – Chocolate Remove
Scoville range 15,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 200,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
Species — Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin — Brazil Caribbean
Ripe color — Purple Chocolate Brown
Pod size — 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile — Extremely hot Smoky, earthy heat with fruity undertones
Culinary uses — Purple scent pepper, gourmet Mole sauces, barbecue, exotic hot sauces
Growing difficulty — Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest — 90-100 days 95-105 days
Plant height — 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
Community rating — — —

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