Moruga Scorpion chili pepper seeds

Moruga Scorpion chilli pepper seeds are the ideal product for those who want to grow fruit with an explosive flavour. One of the spiciest varieties in the world, if used sparingly, it gives each recipe a unique taste.

Moruga Scorpion chili pepper seeds: characteristics and growing

The Moruga Scorpion chili pepper is a perennial plant, grown as an annual and its fruits are characterized by an extreme level of spiciness , second only to the Carolina Reaper .

This variety owes its name to Moruga , a district of Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean country where it originates. The cultivation of this type of chili peppers requires rather long maturation times .

The result is fruits measuring approximately 4-6 cm , with a rounded shape, which lengthens towards the end. Their color is variable and, depending on how ripe they are, they can be: green, orange, yellow or red.

For sowing, the period varies depending on the climatic context:

• Protected sowing : February/March;
• Sowing outdoors : April/May with minimum temperature 18°C.

The fruits of the Trinidad Moruga Scorpion are ready to be harvested from July to October and the seedlings reach a height of 70/90 cm. It is recommended to proceed with sowing during periods of waxing moon.

The Moruga Scorpion must be handled with caution because its spiciness reaches 2 million Scoville .

Be careful and always wear disposable latex gloves before touching the seeds of this chili pepper, as it is the hottest in the world . Furthermore, remember to take it in very small quantities , to avoid pain and irritation.

For further information, consult our guide: Cultivation of hot chilli peppers

If dosed correctly, it gives dishes a particular flavour, thanks to its sweet fruity aroma, typical of Capsicum Chinense .

Technical data sheet of Moruga Scorpion seeds

• Brand : Sementi Dotto;
• Product line : Spicy craving;
• Family : Solanaceae;
• Species: Capsicum Chinense;
• Origin: Caribbean;
• Spicy level: 2 million Scoville;
• Protected sowing : from February/March;
• Sowing outdoors : April/May with minimum temperature 18°C;
• Harvest : from July to October.

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