Rocoto Marzano
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A C. pubescens variety. Ripens to red, apple/blunt bell pods, with matte/powdery. Heat sits around 30,000–100,000 SHU — hot, with a lingering burn. Roots trace to Andes (Peru/Bolivia). Parentage: Ancient domesticate. A C. pubescens type — the only domesticated pepper with black seeds, hairy leaves, and tolerance for cool temperatures.
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Rocoto Marzano
Locoto Marzano; Manzano Marzano
P-R-MT-F-6-069RegisteredHow UPN works
30,000 - 100,000
Red
Apple/blunt bell
Landrace - Andes (Peru/Bolivia)
Green/Mustard
Further InformationEdit
A C. pubescens variety. Ripens to red, apple/blunt bell pods, with matte/powdery. Heat sits around 30,000–100,000 SHU — hot, with a lingering burn. Roots trace to Andes (Peru/Bolivia). Parentage: Ancient domesticate. A C. pubescens type — the only domesticated pepper with black seeds, hairy leaves, and tolerance for cool temperatures.
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Last updated Oct 5, 2026
