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| Attribute | Zapotec Remove | Jimmy Nardello Remove | Pasilla Pepper Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 500 – 2,000 SHU Mild |
500 SHU Mild |
1,000 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Mexico (Oaxaca) | Italy/USA | Mexico |
| Ripe color | Green to Brown to Red | Red | Dark Brown (dried) |
| Pod size | 3-4 inches | 8-10 inches | 6-8 inches |
| Flavor profile | Mild, complex | Sweet | Notes of cocoa, raisins, herbs |
| Culinary uses | Oaxacan indigenous cuisine | Italian sweet frying, heirloom | Mole sauces, enchilada sauce, Mexican cooking |
| Growing difficulty | Moderate | Easy | Moderate |
| Days to harvest | 85-95 days | 80-90 days | 80-90 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-36 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
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