Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
(Cayenne Pepper)
Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum, Wildflower Center, Austin, Travis Co. 0193
Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum, Wildflower Center, Austin, Travis Co. 0186
Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum, Wildflower Center, Austin, Travis Co. 0199
| Scientific Name | Capsicum annum var. glabriusculum | USDA PLANTS Symbol | CAANG |
| Common Name | Cayenne Pepper, Chilipiquin, Bird Pepper | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 527045 |
| Family | Solanaceae (Nightshade) | Encyclopedia of Life Ref. | Click Here |
| Description | Habitat: Well-drained, moist areas; Rio Grande Valley, south central Texas and Gulf Coast. Plant: Perennial shrub usually up to 3 feet tall. Leaves: Alternate, ovate to lanceolate on petioles; smooth edges; 2-1/2 inches long. Inflorescence: Small white star-shaped flowers about 1/2-inch diameter, 5 lobes and 5 bluish stamens; from leaf axils. Bloom Period: Spring to fall. Fruit: Small red pepper berries, ellipsoidal about 1/3-inch diameter; burning sensation if eaten. References: "Wildflowers of Texas" by Michael Eason. |
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Texas Status: Native |
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