PLANT
Habanero Orange is one of the hottest chillies, and belongs to the Capsicum Chinense family. On the Scoville Scale it averages between 200,000 and 300,000 SHU (Scoville Units). For comparison, the classic Calabrian hot pepper corresponds to about 15,000 SHU on the scale. The state where the habanero is most cultivated is Mexico, where it is grown in Yucatan from which 1500 tonnes of habanero are now exported annually. The habanero pepper almost always has a 'lantern' shape (with the exception of a few varieties, such as the habanero white bullet), which may have an elongated tip in a conical or indented form.
CULTIVATION
To cultivate Habanero Orange, it is necessary to consider that it is a chilli pepper that prefers a hot and humid climate, similar to a tropical climate. Water as required.
COLLECTION
Once it has reached maturity, it is detached from the plant throughout the summer.
USES IN THE KITCHEN
In the kitchen, it is recommended with braised meats and game.
HABANERO ORANGE' - picc. 5°
Potted plant ⌀ 14 cm - plant h. 30/40 cm
