Aji Michigan
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. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. 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.
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. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. 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.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
