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Production

In 2024, world production of green chillies and peppers (as any Capsicum or Pimenta fruits) was 45 million tonnes, with China accounting for 39% of the total and India with 12% (table). Global production of dry chillies and peppers in 2024 was 5.5 million tonnes, led by China, Thailand, and Bangladesh, each accounting for over 300,000 tonnes.

Species and cultivars

Species of Capsicum that produce chili peppers are shown on the simplified phylogenetic tree,

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