Re: [CH] chacoense report

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Scott-et al-
I found C. Chacoense to have a slightly garlic flavor or maybe wild
onion flavor, which decreased when completely ripe. I did not grow them
again either, but variety here and there is usually a good thing.
Calvin

Parkhurst, Scott Contractor wrote:

>      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

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