This species of chilli is also referred to as ají in Spanish, and is one of five domesticated chilli pepper species. It is the dominant species grown in Brazil. And while the Piquanté variety grows well in subtropical areas, it doesn’t set much fruit during winter in these regions. It doesn’t readily cross with other Capsicum species. C. baccatum can be dried and ground into powder for flavouring foods, as the pleasant fruity pungency can be a pleasing addition to many dishes.