The Rocotillo Pepper is a rare heirloom variety producing small, wrinkled, bell-shaped peppers that mature from green to red or orange.
With a mild to medium heat level (1,500–2,500 SHU), Rocotillo peppers are perfect for those who enjoy flavor with a gentle kick. Their fruity, slightly tangy taste makes them a favorite in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines.
 
Why Grow Rocotillo Peppers?
This heirloom variety is valued for its unique shape, moderate heat, and culinary versatility. Compact yet productive, the plants bear abundant peppers throughout the season.
Rich in vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and capsaicin, Rocotillo peppers are both flavorful and nutritious.
 
Plant & Care
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun, spacing 40–50 cm apart.
Plants grow 60–80 cm tall and begin producing ripe peppers in 80–90 days from transplanting. Regular harvesting encourages continuous yields.
 
Harvest & Culinary Uses
Harvest Rocotillo peppers when they turn bright red or orange. Their mild heat and fruity taste make them ideal for salsas, sauces, stir-fries, and pickling. They can also be dried or frozen for later use. Their decorative, lantern-like shape adds charm to both garden and plate.
 
Grow Rocotillo heirloom peppers for a colorful, flavorful harvest with just the right touch of heat.
الخلاصة بالعربية
 فلفل روكوتيلو التراثي بثماره الصغيرة المجعدة الحمراء أو البرتقالية ونكهته الفاكهية الحارة المعتدلة، مثالي للصلصات والمخللات.