Capsicum recurvatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurvatum
ID:
1020876
Status:
valid
Authors:
Witasek
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 79: (advance separate) 9, fig. 6 h-k. 1910. (also in 79(2): 321. 1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001020214
Common Names
- Capsicum recurvatum
- Recurved Pepper
- Recurved Capsicum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Capsicum recurvatum (also called 'recurved pepper' and 'recurved chili', among many other common names) is an annual shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, white flowers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found in tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Capsicum recurvatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a spice in some cuisines. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help in treating various skin disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Capsicum recurvatum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Capsicum recurvatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune to shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Harvest the fruits when they are fully ripe.
Where to Find Capsicum recurvatum
Capsicum recurvatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Capsicum genus
Capsicum annuum, Capsicum baccatum, Capsicum caatingae, Capsicum caballeroi, Capsicum campylopodium, Capsicum ceratocalyx, Capsicum chacoense, Capsicum chinense, Capsicum ciliatum, Capsicum coccineum, Capsicum cornutum, Capsicum dimorphum, Capsicum eshbaughii, Capsicum eximium, Capsicum flexuosum, Capsicum friburgense, Capsicum frutescens, Capsicum galapagoensis, Capsicum geminifolium, Capsicum hookerianum, Capsicum hunzikerianum, Capsicum lanceolatum, Capsicum longidentatum, Capsicum lycianthoides, Capsicum minutiflorum, Capsicum mirabile, Capsicum parvifolium, Capsicum pereirae, Capsicum pubescens, Capsicum recurvatum, Capsicum rhomboideum, Capsicum schottianum, Capsicum scolnikianum, Capsicum tovarii, Capsicum villosum, Capsicum carassense,
Species in the Solanaceae family
References
Johanna A. Witasek (1865-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Witasek' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import