C. frutescens

A small species with an outsized reputation: Tabasco, malagueta, piri piri and the Indonesian cabai rawit all belong here.

The pods are small and stand upright on the branch rather than hanging — the giveaway trait of the species — and the heat is sharp and direct rather than fruity. The plants are tough, upright and close to indestructible, and they go semi-woody with age. Ideal for hot sauces, pepper vinegar and drying.

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