Capsicum annuum |
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Plant type: deciduous biennial Hardiness zones: 9b-12 Sunlight: hot overhead sun Soil Moisture: constantly moist Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: light frost |
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Origins: Mexico, Central America, South America Other Botanical Names: Capsicum frutescens Other Common Names: Green Pepper, Hot Pepper, Chili Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chilli | ||||||||
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