See also : [[Capsaicin]]<br>
The cayenne pepper, or Capiscum annum, derives its proper name from a Greek word meaning "to bite," a clear allusion to the pungent properties of the plant and its seeds. However, it's the many medicinal applications of the pepper that earned it the nickname "The King of Herbs."
==Special Precautions of Cayenne==
==The benefits of Cayenne are==
Many people think of this spicy little beauty as just a delicious way to boost the flavor of their cooking, but this pepper is a valuable medical tool with a wide range of uses. According to a combination of herbal lore and medical research, capsicum may:
*Ease congestion