Capsicum annuum

Bell pepper, Chili pepper, Paprika, Cayenne pepper

Message of the Flower

A Whipping

The Mother’s Comment

A little brutal but sometimes useful.

Colour

white, Off-white or purple

Family

Solanaceae

Cultivars

Includes bell peppers, jalapeños, cayenne

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

Small, typically about 1 cm in diameter

Flower Texture

Smooth and delicate

Number of Petals

Five

Floral Symmetry

Radially symmetrical

Fragrance of Flower

Flowers have little to no scent

Leaf Texture

Smooth with a slight roughness

Leaf Arrangement

Alternate

Leaf Color

Green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Herbaceous plant, sometimes bushy

Life Cycle

Annual

Blooming Period

Late spring through summer

Climate

Grows best in warm climates

Water Requirements

Moderate, requires regular watering

Soil Type

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature Ranges

Thrives in temperatures between 70F and 85F (21C-29C)

Sun or Shade

Prefers full sun

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and various fungal diseases

Pollinators

Bees and other insects

Habitat

Cultivated worldwide, originating from the Americas

Role in the Ecosystem

Cultivated for human consumption; peppers can provide habitat for small insects

Ornamental

Some varieties grown for ornamental purposes

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily culinary, some ornamental and medicinal uses

Endangered Status

Not endangered; widely cultivated

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