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Attribute Habanero – Peach Remove Habanero – Chocolate Remove
Scoville range 100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Caribbean Caribbean
Ripe color Peach-Pink Chocolate Brown
Pod size 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Fruity, floral heat with peachy sweetness Smoky, earthy heat with fruity undertones
Culinary uses Fruit-based hot sauces, gourmet cuisine Mole sauces, barbecue, exotic hot sauces
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 95-105 days 95-105 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 24-36 inches
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