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Attribute Lemon Starrburst Remove Aji Cristal Remove Aji Mango Remove
Scoville range 15,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum Capsicum baccatum
Origin USA (hybrid) Peru/Chile USA (hybrid)
Ripe color Lemon Yellow Yellow Orange-Yellow
Pod size 2-3 inches 2-3 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Citrus heat, star-shaped Hot heat Fruity sweet heat, tropical
Culinary uses Fresh eating, unique shape Crystal yellow baccatum, fresh use Tropical salsas, fruity sauces
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 85-95 days 80-90 days 85-95 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 36-48 inches 36-48 inches
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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.