# Aji Fantasy

Species: Capsicum baccatum.

Aji Fantasy is a Capsicum baccatum cultivar from Finland. Capsi’s sourced range is 5,000–40,000 SHU (Vendor Claim). Flavor is Sweet, fruity, citrusy, tangy with tropical notes. Used for Versatile for fresh eating: snack straight from the garden, add to salsas, salads, ceviche, or stir-fries. Heat is a range, not a single marketing number.
About 1/3.3 the typical heat of a Capsi Jalapeño (25,086 SHU).

## Heat sources

- 5,000–10,000 SHU · Vendor Claim
  Aji Fantasy Peppers Guide: Heat, Flavor, Uses
  https://pepperscale.com/aji-fantasy-pepper/

- 5,000–10,000 SHU · Vendor Claim
  Aji Fantasy Hot Pepper Seeds
  https://www.rareseeds.com/hot-pepper-seeds-aji-fantasy

- 5,000–30,000 SHU · Vendor Claim
  Aji Fantasy Pepper Seeds
  https://www.86peppers.com/product/aji-fantasy-pepper-seeds/

- 30,000–40,000 SHU · Vendor Claim
  Aji Fantasy chili seeds
  https://pepperseeds.eu/aji-fantasy/

## Heritage

Nothing reputable documents a pedigree for this pepper.

## Page sources

- [Official Fatalii Seeds breeder page with origin, flavor description, and growing notes.](https://fataliiseeds.net/product/aji-fantasy/)
- [Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds detailed product page with SHU range, days to maturity, and full growing instructions.](https://www.rareseeds.com/hot-pepper-seeds-aji-fantasy)
- [Comprehensive grower review and guide covering origin story, flavor, appearance, productivity, and culinary uses.](https://peppergeek.com/aji-fantasy-peppers/)
- [Detailed pepper profile with precise SHU range, flavor notes, appearance, and growing/cooking guidance.](https://pepperscale.com/aji-fantasy-pepper/)
- [Chili Pepper Madness variety profile including history, appearance, productivity, and uses.](https://www.chilipeppermadness.com/chili-pepper-types/medium-heat-chili-peppers/aji-fantasy-chili-pepper/)
- [Pepper Joe's seed catalog entry confirming species, SHU, and basic specs.](https://pepperjoe.com/products/aji-fantasy-chili-pepper-seeds)

## FAQ
### How hot is Aji Fantasy?

Capsi’s sourced range is 5,000–40,000 SHU (Vendor Claim). Capsi uses a sourced range and a trust tier, not a single marketing number. How we verify heat: https://web.thecapsi.app/learn/heat-and-capsaicin/how-we-measure-heat

### What does Aji Fantasy taste like?

The ripe pods deliver bright candy-like sweetness and juiciness with refreshing citrusy-tropical tang; gentle heat builds from the edges inward. Green unripe pods retain much of the fruity flavor with slightly less sweetness and crunch.

### How do I grow Aji Fantasy?

Aji Fantasy: about 85 days to maturity, subtropical climate, full sun, hardiness zones 9-11.

### What can I substitute for Aji Fantasy?

Capsi does not have that recorded yet.

Page: https://web.thecapsi.app/pepper/aji-fantasy
Catalog: https://web.thecapsi.app/data