Aji Michigan

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Aji Michigan
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B-L-R-5-041
C. baccatum
10,000 - 30,000
Hot (15,001–100,000 SHU)
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The Aji Michigan is a hot chili of the species C. baccatum, measuring 10,000–30,000 SHU — roughly 4× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. baccatum, the South American "ají" species, known for tall plants and bright, fruity, often citrusy flavor. Its pods ripen red, take a long/tapered form, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 42–48 inches tall. Its flowers are white with basal spots, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in South America.

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How hot is the Aji Michigan?

The Aji Michigan measures 10,000–30,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a hot pepper — roughly 4 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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