Trinidad 7 Pod Jonah Chilli Pepper – 10 Seeds
Species: Capsicum chinense
Origin: Trinidad (traditional cultivated variety)
Description
Trinidad 7 Pod Jonah is a super-hot Caribbean chilli producing small, wrinkled pods that mature from green to bright red. Known for its extreme heat and fruity, floral flavour, it is popular among chilli enthusiasts and for making very hot sauces. Plants are upright, bushy, and productive in warm, sunny conditions.
Phenotype
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Plant habit: Upright, bushy
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Plant height: Approx. 60–90 cm
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Foliage: Green
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Flowers: White
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Pod shape: Wrinkled, slightly tapered
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Pod size: Approx. 3–5 cm
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Pod colour: Green → bright red
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Wall thickness: Thin
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Productivity: High
Heat & Flavour
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Heat level: Extremely hot (approx. 800,000 – 1,000,000 SHU)
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Flavour profile: Fruity, floral, extremely hot
(Heat may vary depending on growing conditions.)
Culinary Uses
Breeder / Origin Attribution
Trinidad 7 Pod Jonah is a heritage Trinidadian chilli, cultivated for generations. Community sources claim it was selected for intense heat, fruity flavour, and reliable productivity, though formal breeder records are not publicly available.
Additional Information
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Wrinkled, bright red pods
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Extremely hot (approx. 800,000 – 1,000,000 SHU)
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Fruity, floral flavour
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Suitable for sauces, extracts, and drying
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Pack contains 10 seeds
Growing Notes
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Germinate at 24–30 °C
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Prefers warm, sunny conditions
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Performs well outdoors in tropical climates or in greenhouse
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Handle pods with care due to extreme heat