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Paprika

Capsicum annuum

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The Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a species in the genus Capsicum. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Solanales (Solanales)

Species

Capsicum annuum (Paprika)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chile

French Paprika

German Paprika und Pfefferoni

Portuguese pimenteiro-comum

Turkish Biber

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Paprika?

The scientific name of Paprika is Capsicum annuum. It belongs to the genus Capsicum.

Where does Paprika live?

Paprika is found in Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Croatia.

What family does Paprika belong to?

Paprika (Capsicum annuum) belongs to the genus Capsicum, which is part of the taxonomic family Solanaceae.

What kingdom does Paprika belong to?

Paprika (Capsicum annuum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Paprika?

The closest relatives of Paprika in the genus Capsicum include poivre rouge, apple chile, yellow squash pepper.