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Chiltepe Yellow

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Origin Central America
Species Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
Color Yellow
Size 0.25-0.5 inch
Scoville Heat Units
50,000 - 100,000 SHU
Heat Level: Medium

About This Pepper

Chiltepe Yellow is yellow variant of tiny wild pepper. Rating 50,000-100,000 SHU offers intense heat. These tiny yellow peppers are wild or semi-wild. Important in Central American cuisine particularly Guatemala. The heat is sharp and immediate. Often gathered from wild plants. Complex fruity flavor despite small size. Cultural significance in Maya regions. The yellow color distinguishes from red chiltepin. Both decorative and functional.

Flavor Profile

Very hot, wild variety

Culinary Uses

Central American cuisine, wild pepper

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Growing Information

Difficulty Difficult
Days to Harvest Wild/90-120 days
Plant Height 24-60 inches

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