Siling Espada
Capsicum annuum
A Philippine sword-shaped chile type added for regional fresh-use research.
Medium
1,000–10,000 SHU
- Flavor
- Bright green, herbal.
- Origin
- Philippines
- Best uses
- Fresh cooking
- Days to maturity
- 70-95
How the heat plays out
Early estimateHits immediately, climbs to a moderate peak, and lingers a while, felt across the mouth. Clear, direct
