About This Pepper
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
Culinary Uses
Extra hot rocoto variant
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Growing Information
Difficulty
Moderate
Days to Harvest
120-150 days
Plant Height
48-60 inches