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Attribute CGN 19198 Remove Ají Limo Remove
Scoville range 50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Bolivia Peru
Ripe color Orange Yellow, Orange, Red, Purple
Pod size 1-2 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Hot with fruity notes Bright fruity heat, citrus notes
Culinary uses Breeding programs, research Peruvian ceviches, salsas
Growing difficulty Difficult Moderate
Days to harvest 95-110 days 85-95 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
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