About Rocoto San Isidro
Rocoto San Isidro is extra-hot pubescens variant. Rating 50,000-100,000 SHU makes it hotter than typical rocotos. From San Isidro region of Peru. Black seeds and thick flesh. The increased heat is notable. Used where extra heat desired. Shows heat variation in pubescens. Needs cool nights for fruit set. The flavor remains excellent beneath heat. Prized by heat seekers.
Flavor profile
Very hot
In the kitchen
Extra hot rocoto variant
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Days to harvest
- 120-150 days
- Plant height
- 48-60 inches
Sources
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