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Attribute Chaotian Remove Guntur Sannam Remove Black Pearl Remove
Scoville range 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
35,000 – 40,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin China Andhra Pradesh, India USA
Ripe color Red Red Black to Red
Pod size 1-2 inches 3-4 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Hot heat Hot heat Moderate heat
Culinary uses Sichuan cuisine, facing heaven Indian dried chili, export Black foliage ornamental, AAS
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 80-90 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 30-36 inches 16-20 inches
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