Asta de Toro

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Asta de Toro
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C. baccatum
8,000 - 25,000
Hot (15,001–100,000 SHU)
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The Asta de Toro is a hot chili of the species C. baccatum, measuring 8,000–25,000 SHU — roughly 3× 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 take a long/tapered form, measure 3–4 inches long, with thin 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.

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How hot is the Asta de Toro?

The Asta de Toro measures 8,000–25,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a hot pepper — roughly 3 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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