Judy's Blue Mystery × Aji
The Judy's Blue Mystery × Aji 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 yellow, take a long/tapered form, measure 3–4 inches long, with thin 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. It is credited to Peru (landrace). It is also known as Judy's Blue Mystery x Aji.
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The Judy's Blue Mystery × Aji 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 yellow, take a long/tapered form, measure 3–4 inches long, with thin 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. It is credited to Peru (landrace). It is also known as Judy's Blue Mystery x Aji.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
