Capsicum pubescens
An apple or pear shaped chilli that is similar in appearance to a small capsicum. The fruit matures from green to red and ranges in heat from medium to very hot depending on the weather. Rocoto chillies are known reach up to 100,000 Scoville Heat Units on the Scoville Scale. (about 20 times hotter than the average Jalapeno).
A prolific fruiter that will produce for many years.
Plant in full sun in free draining soil. Grows 1-2m.
The deep rich chilli flavour is accentuated when dry roasted in a pan or directly over a flame.
