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Attribute Meco Chipotle Remove Piquillo Pepper Remove
Scoville range 2,500 – 8,000 SHU
Mild
1,000 – 2,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum —
Origin Mexico —
Ripe color Gray-Tan (heavily smoked) —
Pod size 2-3 inches —
Flavor profile Very smoky, earthy —
Culinary uses Traditional chipotle, mole sauces —
Growing difficulty Easy —
Days to harvest 70-80 days then smoked —
Plant height 24-36 inches —
Community rating — —

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