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Attribute Buena Vista Pepper Remove Aji Colorado Remove Cayenne – Purple Remove
Scoville range 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum annuum
Origin South America USA (cultivated)
Ripe color Red-Orange Purple to Red
Pod size 3-4 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Fruity moderate heat Cayenne heat with slight sweetness
Culinary uses South American cuisine, sauces Decorative, powder, hot sauces
Growing difficulty Moderate Easy
Days to harvest 85-95 days 70-80 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
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