Locoto (Capsicum baccatum)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Capsicum baccatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pungent flavour, it is mainly used as a flavouring in cooked foods. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A medium to very hot pungent flavour, it is mainly used as a flavouring in cooked foods.; The fruit can be dried and ground into a powder for use as a pepper-like condiment.; The fruit is up to 13cm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 8)