Pequin (piquín)

Pequin is a hot chili pepper cultivar, often 5–8 times hotter than jalapeños on the Scoville scale (30,000 to 60,000 Units). Flavor is described as citrusy and nutty.It is classified within variety glabriusculum of the species Capsicum annuum. Pequin pepper originates in the Mexican state of Tabasco. Pequin has a compact habit, growing typically 0.3–0.6 meters tall, with bright green, ovate leaves and small berries that rarely exceed 2 cm in length. Like most chilies, the berries start out green, ripening to brilliant red at maturity.