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