This is the most common species and includes a wide variety of peppers such as bell peppers, chili peppers, cayenne peppers, jalapeños, and more.
Another lesser-known species of Capsicum, primarily found in Bolivia.
Also known as the South American pepper or aji, it includes varieties like aji amarillo and aji limo.
Known for its hairy leaves and black seeds, this species includes peppers like rocoto or locoto.
This species includes some of the hottest peppers in the world, such as the habanero, scotch bonnet, and Carolina reaper.
Includes peppers like tabasco peppers and birds eye chili.
Native to Argentina, this species is less common but still cultivated for its edible peppers.