[CH] chacoense report
Parkhurst, Scott Contractor (PARKHURS@LEAV-EMH1.ARMY.MIL)
Thu, 2 Sep 1999 11:39:34 -0500
Well, the first C. chacoense ripened and I had to give it
try. The previous descriptions from the list were for the most
part accurate. They are tiny, cute, prolific and seedy for their
size. Of course, as small as they are 10 - 12 seeds is about
all that will fit in each pepper.
They also have a "different" flavor, some have descibed it
as an "off" taste. I didn't find it objectionable, but nothing I
would go out of my way for.
The only real difference of opinion I have is they have been
described as not hot, not even cayenne hot. These are what
I would call medium hot, about like cayenne. The heat lingers,
mostly on the lips and tip of the tongue.
Even though I probably won't make the effort to grow them
again ( I have too many varieties that I want to try) I wouldn't
steer anybody away from them. They are a fun little plant.
Scott... as always, YMMV... KCK