Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carassense
ID:
1417329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barboza & Bianch.

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 140: 127. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429794

Common Names

  • Capsicum Carassense
  • Carassense Pepper
  • Carassense Capsicum

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Description

Capsicum carassense (also called Carassense Pepper, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Solanaceae family. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a rhizome root system and long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

Uses & Benefits

Capsicum carassense is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers, and as a food crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Capsicum carassense is a white star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capsicum carassense is an evergreen perennial that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Capsicum carassense

Capsicum carassense can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Capsicum carassense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capsicum carassense?

Capsicum carassense

What is the common name of Capsicum carassense?

Carassense Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Capsicum carassense?

Forests and grasslands

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Gloria E. Barboza (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barboza' in the authors string.
Luciano de Bem Bianchetti (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bianch.' in the authors string.