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Attribute Brazilian Starfish Remove Orange Blob Remove Aji Mango 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 Brazil USA (hybrid) USA (hybrid)
Ripe color Red Orange Orange-Yellow
Pod size 2-3 inches (star-shaped) 2-3 inches (irregular) 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Fruity moderate heat Fruity sweet heat Fruity sweet heat, tropical
Culinary uses Stuffing, pickling, ornamental Unusual shape, hot sauces Tropical salsas, fruity sauces
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 90-100 days 85-95 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 36-48 inches 36-48 inches
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