Ghost Yaki
The Ghost Yaki is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 800,000–1,041,427 SHU — roughly 130× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods take a long/tapered form, with thin flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall.
The Ghost Yaki is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 800,000–1,041,427 SHU — roughly 130× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods take a long/tapered form, with thin flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
