Capsicum pubescens Varieties

C. pubescens

Capsicum pubescens is a cold-tolerant Andean species that includes rocoto and manzano peppers. It is easily identified by its hairy leaves, purple flowers, and black seeds (unique among cultivated peppers), and produces thick-walled, apple-shaped fruit with a crisp, juicy heat.

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196 varieties in WikiPepper