Specimen 21 · C. pubescens
Rocoto
Andes
Juicy, grassy, and apple-like.
HeatHot30,000–100,000 SHU
Fresh nameRocoto
Dried nameRocoto seco
Field notes
Character & use
An ancient Andean species recognized by purple flowers and black seeds.
- Tastes
- Juicy, grassy, and apple-like
- Traditions
- Rocoto relleno · Salsa · Stews
- Native story
- Andes