Description
Key Characteristics:
- Botanical Classification: Chili peppers are fruits, specifically berries, of the Capsicum genus.
- Appearance: They come in various colors (green, orange, red, purple), shapes (round, knobbly, smooth, elongated), and sizes.
- Spiciness: Chili peppers have a pungent taste due to capsaicin, which varies in different varieties.
- Growing Conditions: They thrive in warm, sunny locations with loamy soil, avoiding waterlogged conditions.
- Culinary Use: They are used as a vegetable or a spice, contributing flavor and spice to dishes.
- Nutritional Value: Chili peppers are a source of vitamins and antioxidants.
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