Brazilian Starfish
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- Origin
- Brazil
- Scoville Heat Units
- 10 000 - 30 000 SHU
- Flavor
- Sweet, Fruity
- Color
- Yellow to orange to red
- Shape
- Flattened and star-shaped
Description
The Brazilian Starfish is an unusual Capsicum baccatum from Brazil, named for its striking flat, star-shaped pods that resemble a sea starfish when viewed from above. Its pods ripen from pale yellow through orange to vivid red with mild to moderate heat and a pleasant sweet, fruity flavor. A remarkable ornamental and culinary pepper, it is used in Brazilian fresh salads, salsas, and as a decorative plant.