€ 4,00
🌶️ Rocoto 'Le Diable' - Exotic heat from the Andes
Looking for a rare chili with character? The Rocoto 'Le Diable' (Capsicum pubescens) is a fiery, robust pepper from the Andes that will surprise your garden as well as your taste buds. With its fruity taste, thick pericarp and striking black seeds, this pepper is a real eye-catcher.
🔥 Spicy and powerful
With a sharpness of 30,000 to 100,000 Scoville Units (SHU), 'Le Diable' is not for do-gooders. The thick, juicy fruits (about 4-5 cm) range in color from red to orange and are delicious for stuffing or incorporating into spicy sauces and stews.
🌱 Suitable for cooler climate
Unlike many other chilis, this rocoto grows fine in temperate climates. It can grow up to 2 meters tall and is notable for its hairy leaves and purple flowers.
✅ Product information at a glance:
Species: Capsicum pubescens
Sharpness: approx. 30,000-100,000 SHU
Fruit size: about 4-5 cm
Fruit color: Red to orange
Plant height: Up to 2 meters
Characteristics: Thick pericarp, black seeds, purple flowers
Origin: Andean region
🌱 Order your seeds now and discover this fiery classic for yourself!
| Heat level | Medium |
|---|---|
| Color | Red - Orange |
| Type | C.pubescens |