About Thai Dragon
Thai Dragon peppers are larger version of standard Thai chili, offering same intense heat (50,000-100,000 SHU) in slightly bigger package. The peppers point upward like dragon’s tongue, hence the name. They have bright, clean heat with fruity and floral undertones. Popular in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines. The plants are compact and very productive, producing dozens of peppers. Excellent for drying and grinding into flakes or powder. Beautiful ornamental value with colorful fruits.
Flavor profile
Intense heat with fruity, floral notes
In the kitchen
Asian cuisine, hot sauces, stir-fries
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Days to harvest
- 75-90 days
- Plant height
- 24-30 inches
Sources
- Website or article Know The Pepper — Ultimate Pepper Heat Database (opens in a new tab)
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