The Aji Pinguita de Mono is known all over Peru because of its unique name, which translates loosely to 'little monkey dick', because of the pod's size, shape and colour. The pods are very small, elongated and pointed, measuring 1/2 to 1 inch long. The pods mature to a deep red colour. This variety is among the hottest of the little Aji's known in Peru. The Aji Pinguita de Mono is found in all regions of the Peruvian jungle, mainly in the central valley of Chanchamayo. This Aji is not grown commercially.