Capsicum baccatum (Solanaceae)

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Capsicum baccatum
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The Capsicum baccatum plant species is found in S. America - Ecuador and the Andes It is a member of the Solanaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. microcarpum.

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Latin Name:  Capsicum baccatum
Family:  Solanaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Although no reports have been seen for this species, many plants in this family produce toxins in their leaves. The sap of the plant can cause the skin to blister[200].

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Requires a very warm sunny position and a fertile well-drained soil. Tolerates a pH in the range 4.3 to 8.3. This species is a half-hardy perennial that can tolerate light frosts[238]. The sub-species C. baccata pendulum is hardier than the type and more likely to be successful in temperate climates[238]. It might be possible to grow it outdoors in the mildest areas of the country, especially if given the protection of a sunny wall[K]. It is usually cultivated as an annual when grown for its fruits[34, 61].

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