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poivre rouge

Capsicum frutescens

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About

The Bird-chilli (Capsicum frutescens) 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 (12 countries), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Croatia), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish aji
French poivre rouge
German Chillies
Portuguese malagueta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of poivre rouge?
The scientific name of poivre rouge is Capsicum frutescens. It belongs to the genus Capsicum.
Where does poivre rouge live?
poivre rouge is found in Widely distributed across Africa (12 countries), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Croatia), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Colombia, Comoros, Croatia, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini.
What family does poivre rouge belong to?
poivre rouge (Capsicum frutescens) belongs to the genus Capsicum, which is part of the taxonomic family Solanaceae.
What kingdom does poivre rouge belong to?
poivre rouge (Capsicum frutescens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of poivre rouge?
The closest relatives of poivre rouge in the genus Capsicum include Paprika, apple chile, yellow squash pepper.

Native Range — 26 Countries

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