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[Extreme heat] [C. Chinense] Extreme hybrid between Carolina Reaper and Trinidad Scorpion.
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Drax in Fire Seeds produce an extreme hybrid between Carolina Reaper and Trinidad Scorpion, with bumpy, flame-red fruits.
plant, of the species Capsicum chinense, reaches 60-90 cm in height and produces wrinkled, irregular fruits, often with a small stinger tail.
sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed, keeping the substrate at 26-28°C: germination is slow and can take 3 to 6 weeks.
transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are stably above 15°C, in full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set.
it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture in the substrate.
Drax in Fire fruits have an extreme heat level, among the highest known: suited to hot sauces and infusions for true enthusiasts, handle with gloves.
like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.