Black Cobra is ornamental pepper with dramatic black fruits. Rating 20,000-40,000 SHU offers moderate to high heat. The upward-pointing fruits start black, ripen to red. Purple-black foliage adds to dark theme. Fully edible and used in Asian cuisine. The heat is substantial despite ornamental appearance. Compact plants perfect for containers. The black color is striking. Popular for Halloween decorations. Both decorative and culinary value.

Moderate to high heat

Ornamental, Asian cuisine