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Pepper profile

CGN 22835

Origin
Peru
Ripe color
Orange
Pod size
1-2 inches

Scoville heat range

50,000 – 100,000 SHU

Medium heat level

About CGN 22835

CGN 22835 is wild C. chinense accession from Peru. Rating 50,000-100,000 SHU offers significant heat. Important genetic resource for breeding programs. Wild genetics provide disease resistance. The flavor is intensely fruity. Used in developing new varieties. Shows diversity of wild Peruvian peppers. Important for genetic preservation. Less common in culinary use. Valuable for pepper improvement.

Flavor profile

Hot, wild variety

In the kitchen

Breeding programs, research

Growing information

Difficulty
Difficult
Days to harvest
95-110 days
Plant height
36-48 inches

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