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Capsicum chinense

3MSHU DD

Hybrid Italy
Scoville Heat Units 1,200,000
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About this pepper

The 3MSHU DD is an exceptionally hot Capsicum chinense cultivar developed by Italian breeder Drax Diego. Despite its name suggesting a Scoville Heat Unit rating of 3 million, this figure remains unverified, with estimated heat levels closer to 1.5 million SHU.

The pods ripen to a vibrant orange and are known for their distinctive flavour profile. They begin with a deceptive sweetness before delivering an intense, overwhelming heat. This characteristic has led to the nickname 'Trojan Horse,' reflecting the unexpected potency that follows its initial taste.

Details about its growth habits, pod size, and other physical traits remain sparse, but its classification as a super-hot pepper is well-documented, making it unsuitable for consumption by most individuals.