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Attribute Bishop’s Crown Remove Aji Cito Remove Aji Melocoton Remove
Scoville range 5,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum
Origin Barbados Bolivia South America
Ripe color Red Orange Peach-Orange
Pod size 2-3 inches (crown-shaped) 1-2 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Fruity mild to moderate Hot heat Fruity sweet heat
Culinary uses Caribbean cuisine, stuffing Small Bolivian aji, fresh Peach-colored sauces, fresh use
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 85-95 days 85-95 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches 36-48 inches
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