The 7 Pot Bubblegum Red is a "super-hot" chili pepper known for its vivid red, lantern-shaped pods with a unique "bleeding" color that extends from the fruit up into the stem. It boasts a high heat level of 850,000 to 1,000,000+ Scoville Heat Units (SHU), similar to or hotter than a Ghost pepper. The flavor is described as fruity and slightly sweet, with an aroma that also hints at tropical fruits, though the fiery heat is a dominant characteristic.
Key Characteristics
- Heat: Super-hot, ranging from 850,000 to over 1,000,000 SHU.
- Appearance: The signature trait is the red "bleeding" color from the pod up into the stem. The pods are red, lantern-shaped, and have a bumpy, pitted surface.
- Flavor: Fruity, with hints of sweetness and a tropical aroma that belies its intense heat.
- Uses: Suitable for making extremely hot sauces and powders.
Origin & Development
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Development:The 7 Pot Bubblegum is a 3rd-generation cross, typically between a red Moruga Scorpion and a yellow 7 Pot.
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"Bleeding" Calyx:The "bubblegum" name comes from the color bleeding into the capsicum's stem, also known as the calyx.
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Popularity:Its exotic appearance and extreme heat have made it a popular and sought-after pepper.
These seeds were harvested from plants grown in a controlled environment and isolation to preserve genetics.