Capsicum annuum

A species of the plant genus Capsicum in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), native to the Americas. It is one of the most widely cultivated and diverse species of chile peppers, including both sweet peppers (like bell peppers) and hot peppers (such as jalapeños, serranos, and cayenne). Capsicum annuum is an annual or perennial plant depending on the climate and is characterized by its ability to grow in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and heat levels, due to extensive domestication and breeding. It thrives in warm, sunny conditions and is used globally in cuisines, valued for its flavor, heat, and nutritional content, including high levels of vitamin C and capsaicin, a compound that contributes to its spiciness.