Known for its fiery heat and unforgettable flavor, the Devil’s Tongue Red Pepper is here to ignite your culinary experience. This tongue-shaped chili pepper boasts a Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating of 125,000 to 325,000, making it similar in heat to some habaneros—for those who dare to go beyond ordinary spice levels. Its fiery red, slightly wrinkled fruit not only adds visual appeal to your dishes but also delivers a fruity, citrus-like flavor that balances heat with zest.
If you’re looking for another wonderful variety similar to this one, try our Red Savina Habanero here.
Growing and Variety Information
Start the seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before your last frost date. When transplanting outdoors, ensure transplants are given plenty of sunlight and warm temperatures.
Species: Chinense
Days to Harvest: 100+
Heat Level (SHU): Approx. 125,000 to 325,000
Our Grow Process: Non-Isolated (Open-Pollinated)
Plant Height: 3 ft +
Plant Stability: Stable
Variety Origin: Discovered by an Amish Farmer in Pennsylvania in the 1990s
Seed Amount: 10+
