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One of my Brazilian Starfish peppers nearing full ripeness. The pods stay green through late summer, then turn orange and finally a deep fire engine red in the Fall. My favorite plant to grow for looks and sheer novelty, the peppers are sweet and mild, good for light seasoning in omelettes, rice dishes, salads and sauces. They also look a bit like small, flattened pumpkins. Shot with the Canon 100mm macro lens and a ring flash.