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Pepper profile

CGN 21500

Origin
Peru
Ripe color
Orange-Red
Pod size
2-3 inches

Scoville heat range

200,000 – 400,000 SHU

Hot heat level

About CGN 21500

CGN 21500 is wild Peruvian chinense variety. Rating 200,000-400,000 SHU offers extreme heat. From Center for Genetic Resources Netherlands collection. Wild-type genetics valuable. Used in breeding programs. The heat level is substantial. Difficult to cultivate. Shows wild Peruvian chinense. Important genetic resource. Essential for breeders and collectors.

Flavor profile

Extremely hot

In the kitchen

Wild Peruvian chinense

Growing information

Difficulty
Difficult
Days to harvest
100-120 days
Plant height
36-48 inches

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