Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach Seeds

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[Extreme heat] [C. Chinense] Peach-colored variant of the Moruga Scorpion, bumpy fruits, extreme heat.

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Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach Seeds

Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach Seeds produce the peach-colored variant of the Moruga Scorpion, with the same extreme heat as the original variety.

The Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach Plant

plant, of the species Capsicum chinense, native to the Moruga region of Trinidad, grows 60-100 cm and produces bumpy peach-colored fruits with the characteristic stinger tail.

How to Sow Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 26-28°C: germination is slow, taking 2 to 5 weeks, and benefits from constant light.

How to Grow Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are above 15°C, in full sun and fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Tips for Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set and heat.

Diseases and Pests of Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture.

Uses and Curiosities of Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

the fruits have an extreme heat level, among the highest ever recorded: suited to hot sauces and infusions for true enthusiasts, handle with gloves.

Properties of Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.

Nutritional Values of Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peach

  • Calories: about 40 kcal
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g