Ají (Capsicum Baccatum) is a perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Capsicum baccatum is one of the five domesticated chili pepper species, known for its distinctive fruity flavor and wide variety of cultivars, primarily cultivated in South America.
Ají
Capsicum Baccatum
Capsicum baccatum is one of the five domesticated chili pepper species, known for its distinctive fruity flavor and wide variety of cultivars, primarily cultivated in South America.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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