Capsicum pubescens Tree pepper (Solanaceae)

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Capsicum pubescens
Tree pepper
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The Capsicum pubescens plant species is found in S. America - Andes. It is a member of the Solanaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Tree pepper.

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Latin Name:  Capsicum pubescens
Common Name:  Tree pepper
Family:  Solanaceae
Author:  Ruiz.&Pav.

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:  3   Mature Width:  2

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 only likely to be hardy in the milder areas of Britain, it can tolerate temperatures down to at least -5°c[238]. It might be possible to get it to fruit outdoors in the mildest areas of the country, especially if given the protection of a sunny wall[K]. Plants are able to continue fruiting for 15 years in cool moist climates[238].

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