The pepper, or Capsicum annuum, is one of the most extensive vegetable families with more than 10.000 registered varieties. The species encompasses a wide variety of both shapes and tastes, ranging from bell shaped to pointy and from sweet to spicy. The colour-range is even as wide, ranging from white, orange, red, violet, green until black. Originally from the Americas, does the species thrive in warm and dry climates. Peppers can be eaten both raw and prepared in a wide variety of dishes. The fruit have high levels of vitamin A and C making it a healthy addition to every meal.