Capsicum chinense (Yellow Lantern Chili) - Image 6
Botanical name: Capsicum chinense
Common name: Yellow Lantern Chili
Family: Solanaceae
Origin: Central America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant type: Fruit; spice or herb
Fruit type: Pepper
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: White and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Irritating or toxic: Irritating
Capsicum chinense (Yellow Lantern Chili) shows rounded, wrinkly yellow fruit growing on green leafy stems
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