Capsicum scolnikianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scolnikianum
ID:
1020885
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hunz.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 1: 213, fig. 3. 1961
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001020223
Common Names
- Capsicum scolnikianum
- Scolnik's Pepper
- Scolnik's Capsicum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Capsicum scolnikianum (also called 'Scolnik's pepper' and 'Scolnik's 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 scolnikianum 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 scolnikianum 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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Capsicum scolnikianum 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 scolnikianum
Capsicum scolnikianum 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
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import