Capsicum Collection (page 5)

Two fresh organic Capsicum baccatum (AjI Pepper or Peruvian Hot Pepper), yellow variety

Chilli peppers, whole and sliced, fresh, dried and powdered

Capsicum annuum (Green Chilli Peppers)

Grilled red pepper on tray, view from above

Four whole, green chili peppers

Capsicum sp. Red chilli peppers, close up

Capsicum sp. red Chillies, whole dried chillies, chilli threads, chilli flakes, powdered chillies, and a knife, on an oval platter

Capsicum sp. green, red and orange coloured Chillies

Capsicum, five varieties of dried chilli pepper, close up

Four whole, red chili peppers

Fresh organic Capsicum annuum (Bell Pepper), red and green varieties

A whole green chilli

Fresh vegetables in trays on market stall

Baskets of vegetable on a market stall

Fresh organic Capsicum annuum (Yellow Bell Pepper), whole and slice showing seeds

Selection of chilli sauces, two bottles of Tabasco sauce, open jar of dip, bowl of sambal and bowl of chilli jam with wooden spoon resting on top, elevated view

Bowl overflowing with whole dried chilli peppers, high angle view

The Strawberry
Represents five varieties of the Strawberry. Upper is the Golden-Drop, on the right is the Hautboy, the middle is the Chili Strawberry, and the lower is the Scarlet-Flesh Pine

Lycopersicum esculentum, Capsicum annum & Capsicum cordiform
Illustration of a love apple tomato and two species of pepper from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Piper ribesioides, pepper
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Piper ribesioides, pepper from Asia

Capsicum sp. pepper
A basket of peppers showing the huge variety in size, shape and colour of Capsicum

Capsicum sp. caffree chilli
Plate 44 from Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous (1858) by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928)

Capsicum minimum, chillies
Plate 59 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Solanum melongena, eggplant and Capsicum sp. chilli
Plate 54 from Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous (1858) by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928)

Plantes Condimentaires
Plate 24 from Le Regne Vegetal plantes agricoles, Vol 12. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Capsicum annuum Filius blue

Italy, food, calabrian hot sausage, traditional

Cuba, food, cuban lobster, langosta en pure de tomate, traditional

Chillies and coffee beans. Coffee beans are the seeds of the coffee plant (Coffea sp.). Coffee and chillies (Capsicum sp.) contain stimulants

Woodcut of a sweet pepper plant
Sweet pepper. Woodcut illustration of a capsicum brasilianum plant. This is probably what is now known as a sweet or bell pepper, a cultivar of Capsicum annuum

Pepper cultivation, Vietnam
Pepper cultivation. Peppers laid out to dry outside a village building. A wide variety of plants with fruits called pepper are grown for use as food, but the most common are the Capsicum peppers

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Capsicum: A Feast for the Senses" Tab XVII takes us on a captivating journey through the world of capsicum, showcasing its diverse forms and vibrant colors. In a close-up shot, we are drawn to a food stall where an array of peppers is proudly displayed. These peppers, belonging to the Piper nigrum species, also known as pepper vine, add spice and flavor to our culinary adventures. Zooming in further, we encounter the fascinating capsaicin molecule that gives capsicum its characteristic heat. This compound not only tantalizes our taste buds but also offers numerous health benefits. Our attention then shifts towards a close-up view of yellow, red, orange, and green peppers. Known as bell peppers or sweet peppers, they bring a burst of color and sweetness to any dish they grace. Moving on from these colorful delights, we discover another variety called Capsicum annuum – scarlet guinea pepper with white flowers. Its beauty captivates us while reminding us of nature's endless wonders. As we delve deeper into history through vintage photographs like Dorothea Lange's "Mrs. Schrock takes good care of her family, " captured in Yakima Valley during 1939 near Wapato in Washington state; we witness how capsicum has been an integral part of human life for centuries. Le Vocabulaire Illustre engraving titled "Piment (des jardins); Capsicum; Spanisch Pfeffere" adds another layer to our understanding by highlighting the cultural significance attached to this versatile ingredient across different languages and regions. Capsicum transcends mere vegetables; it represents a rich tapestry woven with flavorsome diversity and cultural heritage. Let us embrace this fiery treasure trove that adds zestful warmth to our palates while celebrating its remarkable contributions throughout history.