Fifi Tabasco
The Fifi Tabasco is a hot chili of the species C. frutescens, measuring 30,000–50,000 SHU — roughly 6× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. frutescens, the species of Tabasco and many bird’s-eye chilies, bearing small, pungent pods that typically point upward. Its pods take a pequin/small bullet form, measure 0.5–1 inches long, with thin flesh, and grow upright on the plant. The plant grows to 36–42 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in USA. It is credited to McIlhenny Co. / Avery Island, LA.
The Fifi Tabasco is a hot chili of the species C. frutescens, measuring 30,000–50,000 SHU — roughly 6× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. frutescens, the species of Tabasco and many bird’s-eye chilies, bearing small, pungent pods that typically point upward. Its pods take a pequin/small bullet form, measure 0.5–1 inches long, with thin flesh, and grow upright on the plant. The plant grows to 36–42 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in USA. It is credited to McIlhenny Co. / Avery Island, LA.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
