Glossary H
Higo chumbo (Opuntia ficus-indica) is the Spanish name of
Prickly pears which were brought by the Spanish to Europe, possibly accompanying Christopher Columbus in his first return to Lisbon in 1493. The species was called ficus-indica in confusion with its supposed similarity to the Indian fig.
Other Spanish names of Prickly Pears are Penca, Nopalera,Higuera chumba, Chumbera, Higuera de Indias, amd Higuera de pala.
Hungarian Hot refers to one of the hottest chili peppers in the world beside Bhut Jolokia, Red Scotch Bonnet, Tabasco, etc.
Hungarian Hot chilli pepper comes from Hungary and can grow up to 6 inches in length and 2 inches in diameter. It is hottest when it is eaten raw. It matures from green to yellow to red, and when eaten in its yellow state it has a sweet, succulent taste.