About Fatalii
Fatalii Peppers are African hot peppers prized for extreme heat combined with incredible citrus flavor. Rating 125,000-325,000 SHU, these bright yellow, wrinkled peppers pack punch with distinctive lemon-lime notes and tropical fruit undertones. The flavor is more citrus-forward than habaneros. Originating from Central Africa, fataliis have become popular worldwide for unique taste profile. The thin walls and aromatic oils make them excellent for hot sauces. The heat is immediate and intense but flavor is so good that hot sauce enthusiasts seek them out. Very productive plants.
Flavor profile
Extreme heat with intense citrus flavor
In the kitchen
Hot sauces, marinades, fruit salsas
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Days to harvest
- 90-100 days
- Plant height
- 36-48 inches
Sources
- Website or article PepperFriends — Lista completa delle varietà di Capsicum (opens in a new tab)
- Website or article Wikimedia Commons — Fatalii peppers.jpg (opens in a new tab)
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