Plant GuideCarolina Reaper
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Carolina Reaper
Capsicum chinense · Solanaceae
One of the hottest peppers in the world. SHU: 1,500,000–2,200,000
pH 5.5 – 6.5
22 – 35°C
100–120 days
Growth: slow
High
Care Notes
One of the hottest peppers in the world. SHU: 1,500,000–2,200,000
Health Benefits
Extreme metabolic stimulation
Culinary Uses
Hot sauces
Root Behaviour
Moderate
Common Problems
Problems
Sensitive plant
Pests
Aphids
Deficiencies
Calcium deficiency
Nutrient Demand
High Demand
Requires mature system and/or supplementation
Compatible Systems
Media Bed
Tags
#chilli#fruiting#tropical#world-record-heat#specialist
Season
Summer