Are Capsicum Chinense and Capsicum Frutescens Tabasco in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Solanaceae.

Can you substitute Capsicum Chinense for Capsicum Frutescens Tabasco?

They share the Solanaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

Compare · per-herb profile

Capsicum Chinense vs Capsicum Frutescens Tabasco

Capsicum chinense · Capsicum frutescens ‘Tabasco’

Capsicum Chinense

Capsicum chinense

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Solanaceae
Genus: Capsicum
Primary use: culinary

Capsicum chinense, commonly known as a "habanero-type pepper", is a species of chili pepper native to the Americas. C. chinense varieties are well known for their unique flavors and, in many cases, exceptional heat. The hottest peppers in the world are members of this species, wi…

Capsicum Frutescens Tabasco

Capsicum frutescens ‘Tabasco’

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Solanaceae
Genus: Capsicum frutescens
Primary use: culinary

At a glance

· Both in Solanaceae, but different genera (Capsicum vs Capsicum frutescens).
· Both are primarily culinary.
· Evidence tiers — Capsicum Chinense: D; Capsicum Frutescens Tabasco: D.