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Attribute Chiltepe Yellow Remove Prairie Fire Remove
Scoville range 50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum Capsicum annuum
Origin Central America USA (ornamental)
Ripe color Yellow Yellow to Orange to Red
Pod size 0.25-0.5 inch 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Very hot, wild variety Moderate heat
Culinary uses Central American cuisine, wild pepper Ornamental, compact variety
Growing difficulty Difficult Easy
Days to harvest Wild/90-120 days 65-75 days
Plant height 24-60 inches 8-12 inches
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