Capsicum frutescens is a shrub of the Solanaceae family, one of the four cultivated species of the genus Capsicum, which provides several of the hottest cultivars of chili or cayenne. In addition to flavouring and giving flavour to the many recipes that can be prepared in the kitchen with this spice, it also has collateral health benefits since it can use less or no salt or sugar depending on the case. It provides a series of healthy properties, such as anti-ulcer and antifungal characteristics, as well as a natural analgesic.