Genus Capsicum is a group of flowering plants in the nightshade family, Solanaceae, native to the Americas. It is known for producing fruits known as peppers, which range from sweet bell peppers to spicy chili peppers. These plants are widely cultivated around the world for their culinary and medicinal uses. The genus Capsicum contains between 20-27 different species, all of which are characterized by their fruit-bearing properties, distinct flavors, and varying levels of heat intensity.
Oleoresin capsicum
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Oleoresin [Capsicum]
In the early 1980’s Zarc International, Inc. introduced a proprietary “[capsicum] pepper technology” to be used as a safe and effective [non-lethal weapon] by military and law enforcement. “Capsicums” are chili peppers which occur in many varieties that range from mild to hot. Capsicum encompasses twenty species and some 300 different varieties of pepper plants. “Oleoresin” is the industrial extraction of the dried ripe fruits of capsicums and contains a complex mixture of highly potent organic compounds. This section is devoted to general information regarding Oleoresin Capsicum.
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