A chile much prized in its native Mexico City for use in salsas. Its size and shape are like a hen's egg. Its heat level is around 8 and it has a marvellous apple-like flavour. It has one further unique feature - its seeds are black, which makes it most attractive in salsas. The seeds are brown to black and very large, which easily distinguishes it from other varieties. Pods are about 2.5 cm round. Cherry-like very meaty fruits. Turns to orange-red when ripe. uses: use in salsas season: 80 days