Hot Pepper 'El Norteno'

Aji Norteno
Capsicum: . Baccatum
Origin: .Peru
PI: .
Scoville units: .30,000-50,000
Maturity: . 80 da...Read Moreys
Plant height: .18"-24"
Taste: .."citrusy" "fruity"
Uses:.condiment, garnish, salsa
The name of the Aji Norteno translates to "northern ají" because it is a variety that is only popular in the northern coastal valleys of Peru. The plants are vigorous producing many 3 to 4 inch long pendant pods which mature to yellow, red, and also to orange colors. The Vir and Lambayeque valleys in Peru are the main production areas for this variety and it is commonly eaten fresh with seafood. Northern people Peruvian pledge that the AjÌ Norteno has a "better northern taste".

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