Hortícolas de FrutoIntermédio
Pimento
Capsicum annuum
Nome Científico
Capsicum annuum
Família
Solanaceae
Origem
Central and South America
Tipo
Annual (perennial in tropics)
60-90 days
Usos Culinários
Sabor: Sweet, crisp, slightly fruity
- Raw in salads and crudités
- Roasted and peeled
- Stuffed peppers
- Stir-fries and fajitas
- Portuguese 'Pimentos assados'
Calendário de Plantação
Semear em Interior
FebruaryMarch
Semear ao Ar Livre
Not recommended
Colheita
JulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Benefícios para a Saúde
- Extremely high in vitamin C (more than oranges)
- Rich in beta-carotene (especially red peppers)
- Contains capsaicin's milder cousin for metabolism
- Good for eye health
- Anti-inflammatory properties