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Attribute Cabe Rawit Remove Ají Amarillo Remove
Scoville range 50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum frutescens Capsicum baccatum
Origin Indonesia Peru
Ripe color Red and Green Orange-Yellow
Pod size 1-2 inches 4-5 inches
Flavor profile Very hot Fruity heat with raisin, passion fruit notes
Culinary uses Indonesian bird's eye, sambal Peruvian cuisine essential, ceviches, causa
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 90-100 days
Plant height 30-36 inches 36-48 inches
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