7 Unique Facts About Bell Peppers

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 29, 2024

Rich In Vitamin C

Bell peppers contain the most Vitamin C of any fruit or vegetable.

Fruit

They are botanically categorised as fruits because they contain seeds and are produced by the plant's flower.

Colours

All bell peppers start out green. Yellow, orange, red, and purple are all stages of ripening, with varying degrees of sweetness.

Name

Peppers gained their name from the Greek word pipari, which means black spice.

Medicinal Use

They were utilised in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of medical issues.

Production

They are not grown seasonally, allowing them to be consumed all year.

Won’t Burn Your Tongue

They will not burn your tongue because they do not contain capsaicin, as other peppers do.

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