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| Attribute | Chinese Five Color Remove | Thai Dragon Remove | Cayenne – Purple Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
50,000 – 100,000 SHU Medium |
30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | China | Thailand | USA (cultivated) |
| Ripe color | Purple to Cream to Yellow to Orange to Red | Green to Red | Purple to Red |
| Pod size | 1-2 inches | 2-3 inches | 4-6 inches |
| Flavor profile | Cayenne-level heat | Intense heat with fruity, floral notes | Cayenne heat with slight sweetness |
| Culinary uses | Ornamental and edible | Asian cuisine, hot sauces, stir-fries | Decorative, powder, hot sauces |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Moderate | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 75-85 days | 75-90 days | 70-80 days |
| Plant height | 18-24 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-36 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.