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Attribute Miniature Bell Yellow Remove Cascabel Pepper Remove Chilhuacle Negro Remove
Scoville range Not recorded 1,500 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
1,000 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA (hybrid) Mexico Oaxaca, Mexico
Ripe color Yellow Red (dried) Black-Brown
Pod size 2-3 inches 1-2 inches round 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Sweet bell flavor, mini Mild with nutty flavor Very mild
Culinary uses Fresh eating, stuffing, appetizers Mexican salsas, stews, rattle sound when shaken Oaxacan mole negro
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 60-70 days 80-90 days 90-100 days
Plant height 18-24 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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