Description

Species: Chinense, Easy to grow, High yield, Hot, Indian, Rare

Belonging to the Capsicum Chinense family, Chocolate Bih Jolokia is a compact chilli plant known for its remarkable productivity. It’s a stocky, small-sized plant.

Taste Profile

With a deep chinense build, Chocolate Bih Jolokia offers a slow-building heat, distinguishing it from its fiery red counterpart. For a more immersive understanding, a video showcasing its taste is available for reference.

Heat Level

Boasting a deep chinense build, the heat level of Chocolate Bih Jolokia is noteworthy. While it is a slow builder, it’s not as intensely hot as its counterpart, the red Bih Jolokia. It ranges from 10,000 to 50,000 SHU on the Scoville scale.

Texture and Appearance

The pods of Chocolate Bih Jolokia exhibit a crisp and succulent texture, adorned with a captivating transition from light green to a rich chocolate colour, adding aesthetic appeal to culinary creations.

Size of Plant

This stocky chilli plant reaches a modest height of 30 cm, making it a perfect choice for space-limited environments such as pots or containers on balconies and terraces.

Culinary Uses

Versatile in culinary applications, Chocolate Bih Jolokia peppers elevate dishes with their unique flavour profile, perfect for crafting sauces or powders to enhance a variety of cuisines.

Growing and Care

Chocolate Bih Jolokia thrives in well-drained soil and requires regular watering and ample sunlight for optimal growth. With proper care, this variety promises an abundant harvest, rewarding growers with a bounty of flavourful peppers.

Fun Facts

• The name “Bih Jolokia” translates to “poison chilli,” highlighting its intense heat.
• Renowned for their potency, these chillies were once recognized as the world’s hottest peppers.