Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 1
Written by Ovidia Loredana AGAPIE, Elena BARCANU
Chili peppers is an important vegetable and spice crop grown all over the world for fresh, dried, and processing products. Capsicum spp. is a member of the Solanaceae family and native to the temperate, subtropical and tropical regions of the Americas. This research paper provides a comprehensive overview of the distinctive descriptors of the Capsicum genus, showcasing images sourced from the germplasm collection at the Vegetable Research Development Station (VRDS) Buzau, Romania. The paper focuses on morphological features as the key basis for differentiation among the domesticated Capsicum species: C. annuum L., C. chinense Jacq., C. frutescens L., C. baccatum L. și C. pubescens Ruiz & Pav. Various descriptors, such as flower and fruit shapes, corolla color, corolla sport color, the presence or absence of calyx annular constriction, and seed colour, are employed to provide a nuanced understanding of the unique characteristics of each species. By elucidating these morphological features, the paper aims to empower readers to easily distinguish between different Capsicum varieties.
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