Quantitative characteristics of fruit color in several chili (Capsicum spp.) genotypes

Color is an important factor in consumer preferences. Chili has a wide variety of fruit Chili (Capsicum spp.) has a wide variety of fruit colors. The diversity of chili fruit colors is an asset in assembling superior chili varieties according to consumer preferences. This study aims to determine the color characteristics of chili fruit in several chili genotypes. This research was conducted in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta. This study used a randomized block design, with 21 chili genotypes as the chili genotype factor, repeated three times. Physical analysis of chili fruit color was carried out using a Chromameter. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and further testing with Honest Significant Difference (HSD). The results of this study indicate that genotype treatment has a very significant effect (p<0.01) on the values of L, a and b. The average value of L ranges from 19.58-63.19. The HSD test results show that the highest L value is found in the Peach Chunpetino variety, namely 63.19, while the average a value ranges between 1.61-42.67 and the average b value ranges between 6.34-19.16. These results can guide breeders in selecting genotypes with consumer-Attractive fruit colors, particularly varieties like Peach Chunpetino (bright yellow) or Prentul Cluster (lightest chroma). The information will be benefit for exploring diversity of fruit color within Capsicum species, and varieties, could be used in pepper breeding to generate improved commercial hybrids. © 2025 Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.