MA Purple Wartryx
The MA Purple Wartryx is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 800,000–1,500,000 SHU — roughly 190× 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 purple. Immature pods are purple before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. It is credited to Matthew Arthur. It is also known as Matthew Arthur Purple Wartryx.
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The MA Purple Wartryx is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 800,000–1,500,000 SHU — roughly 190× 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 purple. Immature pods are purple before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. It is credited to Matthew Arthur. It is also known as Matthew Arthur Purple Wartryx.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
