Capsicum annuum var. conoides

Capsicum annuum var. conoides (Mill.) Irish is a variety of Capsicum annuum that is native to Central America. Common names include conic, facing heaven, and biberi peppers. It has 2n=2x=24, native to the New World. However, this variety is most common in parts of eastern Europe, e.g., Turkey, and eastern Asia, e.g., China.

Plant description 
Capsicum annuum var. conoides is identified by its conical shape and dark red color of mature fruit. The fruit are also erect and are described as facing heaven in regions of China. The vegetative and flowering traits are similar to those of C. annuum.  Mature fruit of are the main distinguishing feature, and they are conic shaped, about 5–8 cm long, held erect, and ripen to red. It is propagated by seed.

Uses 
In eastern Europe and China, where heritage or landrace varieties are still grown, C. annuum var. conoides is used as a vegetable and spice.

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annuum var. conoides