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Dried Black Shark Dark Pepper

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[Capsicum chinense] Dried Black Shark Dark pepper, striking dark-colored extreme-heat chili.

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Dried Black Shark Dark Pepper

Dried Black Shark Dark Pepper is the dried version of this SuperHot pepper from the Shark family, obtained from selections of the Red Shark by Italian breeder Danilo Martini, belonging to the species Capsicum chinense.

The Black Shark Dark Plant

The plant grows vigorously to exceed one and a half meters in height, with dark foliage and bumpy tailed fruits that develop an intensely dark color during ripening, making it one of the most sought-after variants among collectors.

How to Sow Black Shark Dark

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, keeping temperatures constant at 25-28°C until germination, which may take 3-4 weeks given the high heat of this genotype.

How to Grow Black Shark Dark

Transplant from May, once night temperatures stay stably above 15°C. It prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil, regular watering without waterlogging and periodic potassium-rich fertilization during fruiting.

Heat Level and Care Tips for Black Shark Dark

The heat level is extreme: gloves are essential when handling the fruits, carefully avoiding contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

Diseases and Pests of Black Shark Dark

It can be affected by aphids, spider mites and whitefly, especially under protected cultivation with poor ventilation; good air circulation reduces the risk of powdery mildew.

Properties and Uses of Black Shark Dark

The high capsaicin content gives strong thermogenic and metabolism-stimulating properties. Dried Black Shark Dark pepper, especially prized for its striking look and extreme heat, is used ground into powder or flakes for very spicy sauces.

Nutritional Values of Black Shark Dark (per 100 g)

  • Calories: 40 kcal
  • Protein: 1.9 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8.8 g
  • Fibre: 1.5 g
  • Vitamin C: 143 mg
  • Potassium: 322 mg