Purple Thundergum
Purple Thundergum is an unstable superhot cross with dark purple-black foliage and stems and pods that ripen to shades of dark purple and chocolate.
About
Plants carry deep purple to black foliage and stems. Pods ripen through purple tones to shades of dark purple and chocolate, though color, shape, and calyx vary because the cross is unstable. Extremely hot. Use sparingly in sauces or as a finishing heat.
Backstory
Offered by Texas Hot Peppers as an unstable cross of Purple Thunder and an unknown BBG7 selection. Purple Thunder is a community line developed by Paul G.
Appearance
ShapeElongated
ColorGreen · Purple · Dark purple · Chocolate
Growing
SunFull
WaterModerate
ClimateSubtropical
Soil pH6–6.8
Germination7–14 days
Spacing60 cm
HardinessZones 9-11
Heritage
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FAQ
- How hot is Purple Thundergum?
- Capsi has not yet documented heat for this variety. Capsi uses a sourced range and a trust tier, not a single marketing number. How we verify heat: https://web.thecapsi.app/learn/heat-and-capsaicin/how-we-measure-heat
- What does Purple Thundergum taste like?
- Capsi does not have that recorded yet.
- How do I grow Purple Thundergum?
- Purple Thundergum: subtropical climate, full sun, hardiness zones 9-11.
- What can I substitute for Purple Thundergum?
- Capsi does not have that recorded yet.