Cristal Basque
The Cristal Basque is a hot chili of the species C. baccatum, measuring 30,000–50,000 SHU — roughly 6× 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.
The Cristal Basque is a hot chili of the species C. baccatum, measuring 30,000–50,000 SHU — roughly 6× 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.
