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| Attribute | Korean Dark Green Remove | Puya Pepper Remove | Cascabel Pepper Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 4,000 – 6,000 SHU Mild |
5,000 – 8,000 SHU Mild |
1,500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Korea | Mexico | Mexico |
| Ripe color | Dark Green to Red | Red | Red (dried) |
| Pod size | 3-5 inches | 4-5 inches | 1-2 inches round |
| Flavor profile | Mild heat with sweet notes | Moderate heat, fruity | Mild with nutty flavor |
| Culinary uses | Korean cuisine, kimchi, stir-fries | Mexican sauces, substitute for guajillo | Mexican salsas, stews, rattle sound when shaken |
| Growing difficulty | Moderate | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 70-85 days | 80-90 days | 80-90 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-36 inches | 24-30 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.