The rocoto, Capsicum pubescens Ruiz & Pav. is an underutilised species of hot pepper originating from the Andes. It is the least known of all the cultivated capsicums. This article provides information on its history, characteristics,... more
The rocoto, Capsicum pubescens Ruiz & Pav. is an underutilised species of hot pepper originating from the Andes. It is the least known of all the cultivated capsicums. This article provides information on its history, characteristics, cultivation, culinary uses and novel crop potential.
