Pimenta Jolokia Black Original

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Pimenta Jolokia Black Original
PJ Black OGEdit
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C. chinense
800,000 - 1,500,000
Superhot (500,001+ SHU)
BlackEdit
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The Pimenta Jolokia Black Original 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 black, take a habanero-type form, measure 1–2 inches long, 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. It is recorded as originating in India / South Asia. It is also known as PJ Black OG.

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How hot is the Pimenta Jolokia Black Original?

The Pimenta Jolokia Black Original measures 800,000–1,500,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a superhot pepper — roughly 190 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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