Spanish Name
Chile Dulce
Scientific Name
Capsicum annuum
Category
Vegetables
Perennial/Annual
Bi-Annual
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Edible parts
Fruit
Growth Type
HerbaceousShurb
Usage
CulinaryNutritional
Life Cycle
Placenta 2
Origin
Central AmericaSouth America
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Eat raw or cooked in stews, stir fries, baked and filled or in soups
Nutritional Info
High in vitamin C, A, and antioxidants like beta-carotene
Medicinal Uses
Supports immune system, reduces inflammation
Planting Distance
40–60 cm between plants, 80–100 cm between rows
Harvest Time
60–90 days after transplanting, depending on variety and climate 2–5 months of continuous harvesting, or more in perennial systems
