Obtained from a friend in the US, the Black Cobra chilli, a Pubescens variety, is a prolific producer with furry stems and small droopy pods. Resilient in Australia’s mild winters.
Originating from Ecuador, the Locoto chilli, a member of the Pubescens family, boasts distinct characteristics akin to Rocoto Red and Manzano chillies. This variety is renowned for its prolific yield of meaty, hot pods, ideal for creating fiery sauces or pastes. The pods start green and ripen to a vibrant red hue, measuring approximately 5 cm in height and 2.5 cm in width. Notably, the Locoto features blue/violet petals on its flowers and black seeds within its thick-walled pods. It exhibits resilience to colder temperatures ranging from 4 to 21 degrees Celsius.
Originally hailing from Mexico, the Manzano Orange chilli now flourishes across South America, known by various names like Locoto in Bolivia and Rocoto in Peru. Its name, “Manzano,” meaning apple, aptly describes its resemblance to an apple tree and its pod’s apple-like appearance and consistency. This chilli boasts unique characteristics within the Pubescens species.
The Rocoto Marlene, renowned for its potency, hails from Peru but thrives across South America. Its thick-walled, juicy pods are cherished for their intense heat and delicious taste, making it a favourite among chilli enthusiasts.
Hailing from Bolivia and Peru, the Rocoto P360 boasts large, apple-like pods with a sweet, juicy flavour. This variety, also known as Locoto in Bolivia and Manzano in Mexico, stands out for its distinct appearance and taste.
Hailing from Bolivia and Peru, Rocoto Red chillies, also known as Locoto or Manzano, boast a unique apple-like appearance and a flavourful, thick-walled pod. With roots in South America, these chillies are celebrated producers, thriving in diverse climates.
