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Attribute Red Savina Habanero Remove Carolina Barbados Bonnet Pepper Remove
Scoville range 350,000 – 580,000 SHU
Hot
200,000 – 300,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense —
Origin California, USA —
Ripe color Red —
Pod size 1-2 inches —
Flavor profile Extremely hot —
Culinary uses Former world record holder —
Growing difficulty Moderate —
Days to harvest 90-100 days —
Plant height 36-48 inches —
Community rating — —

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