Capsicum frutescens

Introduction

Family: Solanaceae
Malay Name: Bunga Tiga Bulan
Other Names: Aji Dulce, Cayenne, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Pepper, Chabai Achong, Filfil, Hungarian Pepper, Kirmizi Biber, La Chiao, Mexican Chili, Paprika, Peppers, Piment Doux, Pimiento, Red Pepper, Sweet Pepper

Information
These shrubs have fruits greenish yellow and bright red when ripe.


Use

Fruit in use as food or food flavoring.

Poisoned

Toxic Part: Fruit

Active Ingredients: capsaicin

Other Ingredients: Capsicidins, dihydrocapsaicin

Effects of Poisoning

This plant can cause a burning sensation and blistering of the skin. It is also irritating mukos layer as throat and nose. It can also cause pain in the eyes and stomach.