Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial, Semi-Annual / Annual-Like |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal, Temperate |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a small shrub which grows about 40 cm tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its leaves are elliptic-lanceolate. |
| Fruit | Its chili peppers are small, ripening from yellow, orange to red. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Edible Plant Parts : Edible Fruits Food (Herb or Spice) |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Fruits |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Colour(s) | Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow / Golden |
|---|---|
| Mature Fruit Texture(s) | Smooth, Glossy / Shiny |
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Others
| Master ID | 32280 |
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| Species ID | 6688 |
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