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Attribute Inferno Remove Bolivian Rainbow Remove NuMex Easter Remove
Scoville range 35,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA (hybrid) Bolivia New Mexico, USA
Ripe color Red Purple to Yellow to Orange to Red Lavender to Yellow to Orange to Red
Pod size 4-5 inches 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Hot cayenne level Moderate heat Hot, ornamental
Culinary uses Hot sauces, fresh use Rainbow ornamental from Bolivia Easter colors, edible ornamental
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 65-70 days 70-85 days 70-80 days
Plant height 20-24 inches 12-18 inches 12-18 inches
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