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Attribute PI 260429 Remove Habanero – Orange Remove
Scoville range 100,000 – 200,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Peru Amazon Basin
Ripe color Red Orange
Pod size 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Extremely hot Intense heat with fruity, citrus notes
Culinary uses USDA germplasm collection Hot sauces, salsas, marinades, Caribbean cuisine
Growing difficulty Difficult Moderate
Days to harvest 95-110 days 90-100 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches
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