Ulupica
Capsicum eximium
Family: Solanaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows to 1.2 m high. The leaves are sword shaped and 4-5 cm long by 2.5-3 cm wide. The fruit is round and 5-6 mm across. It is green.
There are 10 Capsicum species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. In Argentina it grows between 1,000-2,900 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Bolivia, South America
How it is used for food
Fruit are sold in Bolivia.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Capsicum eximium var. tomentosum Eshbaugh & P. G. Sm.;