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- Capsicums are also called peppers or chilli peppers.
- They originate from the Solanaceae family.
- A few capsicum cultivation countries are the United States, China, India, Brazil, Iran, Egypt and Spain.
- Capsicums grow in warm and humid climates with ample sunshine.
- They are tropical plants.
- Apart from being used as food, capsicums are also used to make pepper sprays and capsaicin cream.
- In its medicinal form, capsicum treats issues such as pain, inflammation and indigestion.
- The vegetable comes in different sizes, shapes and colours such as green, red , orange, purple and yellow.
- Capsicum can be consumed fresh, cooked, or dried, and are also made into pepper flakes, powders, and sauces.
- The vegetable is a rich source of Vitamins A and C.