Cayenne

This type of pepper produces very long, thin, dark red fruit. These are ground to powder and used medicinally. Cayenne is used as an analgesic for sore and inflamed muscles. It can aid in stimulating appetite and can help stop bleeding when applied to a wound externally. Also found to regulate blood pressure. Commonly used in cooking, adding zest to any dish. The plants are quite beautiful when laden with bright red peppers, which can be strung and dried. Full sun and calcium-rich soil. Tropical Perennial. Grown as an annual. Zones 9-11