Pimenta Do Rio
The Pimenta Do Rio is a hot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 30,000–80,000 SHU — roughly 10× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods ripen white/cream, take a round/tomato/cherry/marbles form, measure 1–2 inches long, with thin flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in Brazil. It is credited to Landrace - Brazil.
The Pimenta Do Rio is a hot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 30,000–80,000 SHU — roughly 10× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods ripen white/cream, take a round/tomato/cherry/marbles form, measure 1–2 inches long, with thin flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in Brazil. It is credited to Landrace - Brazil.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
