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| Attribute | Costeno Rojo Remove | Cascabel Pepper Remove | Numex Sandia Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
1,500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
5,000 – 7,000 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Oaxaca, Mexico | Mexico | New Mexico, USA |
| Ripe color | Red | Red (dried) | Red |
| Pod size | 3-5 inches | 1-2 inches round | 6-8 inches |
| Flavor profile | Very mild | Mild with nutty flavor | Hot New Mexico flavor |
| Culinary uses | Oaxacan red coastal pepper | Mexican salsas, stews, rattle sound when shaken | Red chile sauce, ristras |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 80-90 days | 80-90 days | 75-85 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
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