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Capsicum annuum, commonly known as paprika, chili pepper, red pepper, sweet pepper, jalapeño, cayenne, or bell pepper, [5] is a fruiting plant from the family Solanaceae (nightshades), within the genus Capsicum which is native to the northern regions of South America and to southwestern North America.
A variety of colored bell peppers Chef chopping bell peppers. The name pepper was given by Europeans when Christopher Columbus brought the plant back to Europe. At that time, black pepper (peppercorns), from the unrelated plant Piper nigrum originating from India, was a highly prized condiment.
The most recognized Capsicum without capsaicin is the bell pepper, [43] a cultivar of Capsicum annuum, which has a zero rating on the Scoville scale. The lack of capsaicin in bell peppers is due to a recessive gene that eliminates capsaicin and, consequently, the hot taste usually associated with the rest of the genus Capsicum. [44]
The Santa Fe Grande is a very prolific variety used in the Southwestern United States. The conical, blunt fruits ripen from greenish-yellow, to orange-yellow to red. The peppers grow upright on 24-inch plants. Santa Fe Grande has a slightly sweet taste and is fairly mild in pungency. Serrano [18] Serrano Mexico 10,000–23,000 SHU: 5 cm (2.0 in)
Lycopene is a member of the carotenoids family, a group of pigments found in pumpkins, tomatoes, carrots and bell peppers. Carotenoids give orange, red and yellow plant foods their bright coloring ...
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Beaver Dam pepper plants are sensitive to moisture and produce more fruits in dry conditions. [5] The fruits are horn-shaped, thick-walled and red or orange when ripe, reaching 6 to 9 inches in length. [1] Because of the size of the fruits, the plant may require a trellis or cage for support. [5] They are eaten raw, stuffed, or in soups and ...
Red and orange vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Legumes like beans, peas, and lentils. Starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes, yams, and pumpkin.