Iowa Twister

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Iowa Twister
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C. chinense
1,500,000 - 2,000,000
Superhot (500,001+ SHU)
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The Iowa Twister is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 1,500,000–2,000,000 SHU — roughly 250× 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 ripen red, take a habanero-type form, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves.

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How hot is the Iowa Twister?

The Iowa Twister measures 1,500,000–2,000,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a superhot pepper — roughly 250 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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