Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eshbaughii
ID:
1020742

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barboza

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 2: 32. 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001020080

Common Names

  • Capsicum eshbaughii
  • Eshbaugh's Pepper
  • Eshbaugh's Chili

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Description

Capsicum eshbaughii (also called Eshbaugh's Pepper, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has green leaves and white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Capsicum eshbaughii is used as a medicinal plant for the treatment of stomach ailments, as a spice, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Capsicum eshbaughii is a white or pale yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark-brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capsicum eshbaughii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Capsicum eshbaughii

Capsicum eshbaughii is native to South America.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Gloria E. Barboza (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barboza' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import