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Tabasco pepper (Capsicum frutescens)

Tabasco pepper (Capsicum frutescens) is a cultivar of chili pepper known for its intense heat and use in the famous hot sauce.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Well-drained, fertile

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Avoid waterlogged soil; water when top inch is dry.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in temperatures between 21-32°C; sensitive to frost.

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Use balanced fertilizer rich in phosphorus during growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Vegetable, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6 - 1.5 m

Spread

0.3 - 0.9 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

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Synonyms
Capsicum conoideum Mill.
Capsicum crispum Dunal
Capsicum curvipes Dunal
Capsicum fastigiatum Blume
Capsicum micranthum Link
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusCapsicum
  • speciesCapsicum frutescens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

None

Additional Care Tips

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