Black Scorpion Tongue

United States

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About this pepper

Black Scorpion Tongue is a Capsicum annuum variety associated with the United States. Plants typically reach between 60 and 90 centimetres in height and display dark green foliage with purple-tinged stems and leaves. Flowers are purple, contributing to the plant's ornamental appearance.

Pods are generally 2.5 to 3.8 centimetres long. They develop strong anthocyanin pigmentation, starting dark purple and maturing through cream and orange tones before finishing bright red. Under strong sunlight, pods may develop striping patterns.

The flavour is fruity with mild sweetness and apple-like notes, paired with a medium heat level. Specific details regarding its original development and lineage are not well documented.