White Ghost Pepper

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White Ghost Pepper
Bhut Jolokia White; White Bhut; White Bhut JolokiaEdit
C-H-W-8-001
C. chinense
855,000 - 1,041,427
Superhot (500,001+ SHU)
White/CreamEdit
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The White Ghost Pepper is a superhot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 855,000–1,041,427 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 ripen white/cream, take a habanero-type form, measure 2–3 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 Bhut Jolokia White, White Bhut, White Bhut Jolokia.

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How hot is the White Ghost Pepper?

The White Ghost Pepper measures 855,000–1,041,427 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a superhot pepper — roughly 130 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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