Zimbabwe Bird Pepper
Capsicum annuum
A small upright chile type added for Southern African grower and heat research.
Very hot
50,000–100,000 SHU
- Flavor
- Peppery, herbal.
- Origin
- Zimbabwe / Southern Africa
- Best uses
- Fresh / dried
- Days to maturity
- 70-95
How the heat plays out
Early estimateHits immediately, climbs to a very high peak, and lingers, felt in the mouth and throat. Clear, direct
