Spanish Name
Chile
Scientific Name
Capsicum spp.
Category
Vegetables
Perennial/Annual
Bi-Annual
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Edible parts
Fruit
Growth Type
HerbaceousShurb
Usage
CulinaryMedicinalVegetableSalad GreenCooked GreenPest repellent
Life Cycle
Placenta 1Placenta 2
Origin
Central AmericaSouth America
Strata Category
LowMedium
How to eat
Use raw or cooked for stews, stir-fries, soups, sauces
Nutritional Info
High in vitamin C, capsaicin, carotenoids
Medicinal Uses
Pain relief, boosts metabolism, supports circulation
Planting Distance
40–60 cm between plants; 60–80 cm between rows
Harvest Time
60–90 days after transplanting. Harvest: 2–6 months, longer in perennial systems
