Capsicum Red Ace (USDA Organic) Pepper, Capsicum 'Red Ace', is known for its amazing yields of medium-sized, 3 to 4-lobed, green bell peppers. 'Red Ace' is a great selection for northern climates; glossy green peppers turn red early. Very productive, and nearly every flower produces a pepper! Capsicum refers to a wide variety of tropical pepper plants with the genus of the same name. The name is perhaps derived from the Latin "capsa," or box for the pod-like fruit. They are also frequently used both chopped and raw in salads, or cooked in stir-fries or other mixed dishes. They can be sliced into strips and fried, roasted whole or in pieces, or chopped and incorporated into salsas or other sauces. Capsicum is a relative of the tomato and requires similar growing conditions. (Click Merchant link below for full description)