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AMATISTA


An ornamental. Bright purple, with wide shoulders tapering to a roundedend, measuring about 1/2 to 1 1/2 inches long and 1/2 inch in diameter.Thick fleshed; has earthy, deep, sweet (but not fruity) tones. Commonlypickled (en escabeche), and used decoratively in salads.

Where: South America
Heat: 7