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 Aji Pinguita de Mono is found in all regions of the Peruvian jungle, mainly in the central valley of Chanchamayo.
This variety is among the hottest of the little Aji's known in Peru measuring 70,000 - 80,000 Scoville Units.
