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Attribute Habanada Remove Bhut Jolokia Chocolate Remove CGN 19198 Remove
Scoville range Not recorded 800,000 – 1,000,000 SHU
Super Hot
50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin USA (Cornell) India Bolivia
Ripe color Orange Chocolate Brown Orange
Pod size 1-2 inches 2-3 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Zero heat, full habanero flavor Extreme with smoky notes Hot with fruity notes
Culinary uses Gourmet cooking, habanero flavor without heat Extreme hot sauces, mole-style Breeding programs, research
Growing difficulty Moderate Difficult Difficult
Days to harvest 95-105 days 100-120 days 95-110 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 36-48 inches 36-48 inches
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