Capsicum is a genus of flowering plants native to the Americas that are cultivated worldwide for their chili pepper or bell pepper fruit.

 Capsicum, scientifically known as Capsicum annuum, is a member of the Solanaceae family. Capsicums are referred to as bell peppers in the United States, shimla mirch in India, and peppers in the United Kingdom. Capsicums are native to northern Latin America and Mexico and come in a variety of colors including green, red, yellow, and orange. These varieties are not only delicious as a pizza topping or cooked as a vegetable, but they are also very healthy. Let us investigate some intriguing advantages of this vegetable.