About Rocoto Largo
Rocoto Largo is elongated pubescens from Peru. Rating 30,000-50,000 SHU offers rocoto heat. Longer shape than typical round rocotos. Perfect for stuffing due to shape. Black seeds confirm pubescens. The thick walls are excellent for cooking. Needs cool temperatures. The elongated shape is distinctive. Used in rocoto relleno and sauces. Shows shape variation in pubescens.
Flavor profile
Hot heat
In the kitchen
Elongated rocoto, stuffing
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Days to harvest
- 120-150 days
- Plant height
- 48-60 inches
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