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| Attribute | Hungarian Black Pepper Remove | NuMex Lemon Spice Remove | Puya Pepper Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 5,000 – 10,000 SHU Mild |
500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
5,000 – 8,000 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Hungary | New Mexico, USA | Mexico |
| Ripe color | Purple-Black to Red | Yellow | Red |
| Pod size | 3-4 inches | 3-4 inches | 4-5 inches |
| Flavor profile | Sweet with mild heat, paprika-like | Mild with lemon notes | Moderate heat, fruity |
| Culinary uses | Pickling, fresh use, ornamental | Mild jalapeño with citrus | Mexican sauces, substitute for guajillo |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 70-80 days | 70-80 days | 80-90 days |
| Plant height | 18-24 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-36 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
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