Pequin

Pequin (also spelled piquin) is a small, oval wild-type Capsicum annuum native to the deserts of northern Mexico and South Texas, where it also grows semi-wild today. The tiny, elongated pods—barely half an inch long—pack intense, bright heat and a slightly citrusy, nutty flavor. They are a prized ingredient in traditional Mexican salsas, vinegar-based hot sauces, and dried chile flakes.

Days to maturity

75–100 days from transplant

Plant height

60–90 cm (2–3 ft)

Best use

Salsas, hot sauces, pickling

Species

Capsicum annuum

Origin

Mexico and South Texas