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Attribute Fatalii Remove Habanero – Chocolate Remove Scotch Bonnet Remove
Scoville range 125,000 – 325,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Central Africa Caribbean Caribbean
Ripe color Yellow Chocolate Brown Yellow, Orange, Red
Pod size 2-3 inches 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Extreme heat with intense citrus flavor Smoky, earthy heat with fruity undertones Extreme heat with sweet, fruity, smoky flavor
Culinary uses Hot sauces, marinades, fruit salsas Mole sauces, barbecue, exotic hot sauces Jamaican jerk, Caribbean hot sauces, stews
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 90-100 days 95-105 days 90-100 days
Plant height 36-48 inches 24-36 inches 24-36 inches
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