Chilhuacle Negro Pepper

‘Chilhuacle Negro’ is a rare and highly prized Mexican pepper originating from the Oaxaca region of Mexico. Known for its deep, complex, fruity flavor and moderate heat, this specialty chile is an essential ingredient in traditional Oaxacan mole sauces.

The plants produce good yields of apple-shaped peppers measuring about 3.5 inches long and 2.25 inches wide. Fruits ripen from green to a rich chocolate brown, developing their full flavor as they mature. The heat level is similar to a jalapeño, making it flavorful without overwhelming heat.

Chilhuacle Negro peppers are excellent for stuffing, drying into powders, chopping into stir-fries, and adding depth to sauces. Plants grow 24–36 inches tall, thrive in full sun, and mature in 90–100 days.

This 3" potted Chilhuacle Negro pepper is ideal for gardeners looking to grow rare, culturally significant chiles with exceptional culinary value.

• Fruit Size: ~3.5" long × 2.25" wide
• Flavor: Deep, fruity, complex
• Heat Level: Moderate (similar to jalapeño)
• Color: Green to chocolate brown
• Plant Height: 24–36 inches
• Exposure: Full Sun
• Water: Moderate
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum ‘Chilhuacle Negro’

Organically grown and shipped with care—perfect for mole sauces, drying, stuffing, and growing rare Mexican culinary peppers.