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Ghost Pepper

Capsicum chinense · Solanaceae

Requires very stable conditions. SHU: 800,000–1,000,000

pH 5.5 – 6.5
22 – 35°C
100–120 days
Growth: slow
High

Care Notes

Requires very stable conditions. SHU: 800,000–1,000,000

Health Benefits

Strong metabolic stimulant

Culinary Uses

Extreme heat sauces

Root Behaviour

Moderate

Common Problems

Problems

Sensitive to instability

Pests

Aphids

Deficiencies

Calcium deficiency

Nutrient Demand

High Demand

Requires mature system and/or supplementation

Compatible Systems

Media Bed

Tags

#chilli#fruiting#tropical#extreme-heat#specialist

Season

Summer

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