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Attribute Long Slim Cayenne Remove Cayenne – Purple Remove Black Pearl Remove
Scoville range 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA USA (cultivated) USA
Ripe color Red Purple to Red Black to Red
Pod size 6-8 inches 4-6 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Hot cayenne flavor Cayenne heat with slight sweetness Moderate heat
Culinary uses Drying, powder, hot sauces Decorative, powder, hot sauces Black foliage ornamental, AAS
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 70-80 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-36 inches 16-20 inches
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