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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Cherry Pepper |
| Scientific name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family / Genus | Solanaceae / — |
| Produce category | Nightshade |
| Produce subcategory | Pepper |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1578 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 20.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Bomb | 30% | Medium heat (approx. 2,500-5,000 SHU), round, bright red, thick-walled fruit. Excellent for pickling, stuffing, or fresh use. Vigorous plants with high yield. |
| Sweet Cherry (Red Cherry Sweet) | 25% | Sweet, mild flavor, small to medium, round, red fruit with thick walls. Ideal for fresh eating, salads, or pickling. Very productive. |
| Hot Cherry (Red Cherry Hot) | 15% | Hot flavor (approx. 2,500-5,000 SHU), small, round, red fruit. Primarily used for pickling or adding heat to dishes. |
| Cherry Stuffer | 10% | Mild to sweet flavor, larger than typical cherry peppers, specifically bred for easy stuffing due to its size and shape. Thick, red walls. |
| Large Red Cherry | 8% | Sweet, mild flavor, larger than standard sweet cherry peppers, round, and bright red. Good for fresh consumption, salads, and light stuffing. |
| Hungarian Cherry | 7% | Medium heat, slightly elongated cherry shape, ripening to red. Popular for pickling and adding a moderate kick to meals. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 30.6°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 3 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 µL/kg·h typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Avoid storing with ethylene-producing fruits like apples, bananas, or tomatoes.
Mixed-load compatibility
Generally compatible with most produce, but should be kept separate from high ethylene-producing commodities due to low ethylene sensitivity.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable, niche market with slight growth in specialty produce segments
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Pack sizes
- 1 lb bags
- 5 lb bulk
- 10 lb bulk
- 15 lb cases
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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