Aji Arnaucho

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Aji Arnaucho
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C. chinense
10,000 - 50,000
Hot (15,001–100,000 SHU)
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The Aji Arnaucho is a hot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 10,000–50,000 SHU — roughly 6× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods take a long/tapered form, measure 3–4 inches long, with thin flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in South America.

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How hot is the Aji Arnaucho?

The Aji Arnaucho measures 10,000–50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a hot pepper — roughly 6 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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