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Attribute Brazilian Starfish Remove Aji Umba Remove Purple UFO Remove
Scoville range 5,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
5,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum
Origin Brazil Brazil USA (hybrid)
Ripe color Red Red-Orange Purple
Pod size 2-3 inches (star-shaped) 2-3 inches 2-3 inches (UFO-shaped)
Flavor profile Fruity moderate heat Fruity Brazilian heat Fruity moderate heat
Culinary uses Stuffing, pickling, ornamental Brazilian cuisine, hot sauces Unique color, stuffing
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 85-95 days 85-95 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 36-48 inches 36-48 inches
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