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Devil's Tongue Hot Pepper Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Devil's Tongue Hot Pepper Seeds
Devil's Tongue Hot Pepper is an intensely spicy chili pepper from the Capsicum chinense group, known for its fruity, citrus-like flavor and distinctive tapered fruits. Depending on the strain, peppers may ripen from green to golden yellow or another mature color. This variety is suitable for gardeners who enjoy growing exceptionally hot peppers for sauces, salsas, and homemade seasonings.
Extremely Hot Pepper
Fruity Flavor
Capsicum chinense
Sauce Making
Key Features
Fruity, Citrus-Like Flavor
Combines intense pungency with fruity notes that complement sauces and seasonings.
Distinctive Pepper Shape
Develops elongated, tapered fruits, with size and color varying by strain.
Versatile Culinary Use
Suitable for hot sauces, spicy salsas, dried pepper flakes, and homemade chili powders.
Product Highlights
Extremely hot chili pepper
Botanical species: Capsicum chinense
Fruity, citrus-like flavor
Elongated, tapered fruits
Mature color depends on the strain
Suitable for homemade hot sauces
Can be grown in suitable containers
Requires warm temperatures and full sun
Specifications
| Product Name | Devil's Tongue Hot Pepper Seeds |
| Scientific Name | Capsicum chinense |
| Common Name | Devil's Tongue Pepper |
| Plant Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Category | Vegetable; Hot Pepper |
| Fruit Shape | Elongated and tapered |
| Fruit Color | Often golden yellow at maturity; varies by strain |
| Flavor | Fruity with citrus-like notes |
| Heat Level | Extremely hot; Scoville rating varies by strain and growing conditions |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy pepper plant |
| Sunlight | Full sun, ideally 6–8 hours or more daily |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Regular watering; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Planting Season | Start indoors before the last frost; transplant in warm weather |
| Germination Time | Often 7–21 days under suitable conditions; may take longer |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 75–90°F (24–32°C) |
| Harvest Time | Often around 90–110 days or more, depending on the strain and growing conditions |
| Primary Uses | Hot sauces, salsas, drying, and chili seasoning |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Start Seeds Indoors
Sow seeds in a suitable seed-starting mix several weeks before the last expected frost. Keep the growing medium warm and evenly moist.
Sow seeds in a suitable seed-starting mix several weeks before the last expected frost. Keep the growing medium warm and evenly moist.
Step 2: Provide Warmth and Light
Maintain warm germination conditions and provide bright light once seedlings emerge. Avoid leaving the soil saturated.
Maintain warm germination conditions and provide bright light once seedlings emerge. Avoid leaving the soil saturated.
Step 3: Harden Off Seedlings
Gradually acclimate young plants to outdoor conditions before transplanting them after the danger of frost has passed.
Gradually acclimate young plants to outdoor conditions before transplanting them after the danger of frost has passed.
Step 4: Maintain Healthy Plants
Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently and provide enough space for the plants to develop.
Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently and provide enough space for the plants to develop.
Step 5: Harvest Ripe Peppers
Harvest when fruits reach their mature color for the particular strain. Wear gloves when handling these extremely hot peppers and avoid touching your eyes or face.
Harvest when fruits reach their mature color for the particular strain. Wear gloves when handling these extremely hot peppers and avoid touching your eyes or face.
Grow Fiery Devil's Tongue Hot Peppers
Devil's Tongue Hot Pepper Seeds are a distinctive choice for gardeners who enjoy growing intensely spicy chili varieties. With warm temperatures, full sunlight, and consistent care, the plants can produce flavorful peppers for homemade sauces, salsas, and spicy seasonings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about Devil's Tongue Pepper heat, seed germination, and harvesting.
How hot are Devil's Tongue Hot Peppers?
Devil's Tongue is considered an extremely hot pepper, but its Scoville Heat Unit rating varies between strains and sources. Some commonly sold strains are reported in the range of approximately 125,000–325,000 SHU. Confirm the specific strain before relying on a particular heat rating.
Why are my Devil's Tongue Pepper Seeds taking a long time to germinate?
Devil's Tongue Pepper Seeds may germinate slowly if the growing medium is too cool, too wet, or allowed to dry out. Maintain warm soil, generally around 75–90°F (24–32°C), and consistent moisture without waterlogging. Freshness and individual seed viability can also affect germination time.
What can you make with Devil's Tongue Hot Peppers?
Devil's Tongue Peppers can be used in small quantities for hot sauces, spicy salsas, marinades, and dried chili powders. Their fruity flavor pairs well with recipes that benefit from intense heat. Wear gloves during preparation and avoid direct contact with your eyes and sensitive skin.