Capsicum Chinense
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Scientific name | Capsicum chinense |
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Higher classification | Peppers |
Rank | Species |
Family | Solanaceae |
Order | Solanales |
Did you know | The most common peppers of the species are known as habanero, rocotillo, Jamaican hot and of course Scotch Bonnet. |
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ID | 1078716 |
About Capsicum Chinense
Capsicum chinense, commonly known as the "bonnet pepper" is a species of chili pepper native to the Americas. C. chinense varieties are well known for their unique flavors and many have exceptional heat. The hottest peppers in the world are members of this species, with Scoville Heat Unit scores of over 1. 5 million.