The Bengal Naga Pepper, also known as Bengal Naga Peach, is a rare superhot Capsicum chinense variety discovered accidentally in a UK greenhouse among Bhut Jolokia plants. It produces high yields of distinctive peach-colored, wrinkled pods with intense fruity-naga flavor and extreme heat around 900,000 SHU. This cultivar offers striking ornamental appeal and is favored by chili growers for its bus

The Bengal Naga Pepper is a captivating superhot chili pepper belonging to the Capsicum chinense species. Discovered by chance in a British greenhouse at Sea Spring Seeds amid a collection of Bhut Jolokia plants, it represents a spontaneous variant with distinctive traits. Ripe pods exhibit a beautiful peach coloration, measuring approximately 3 to 8 centimeters in length and featuring a wrinkled, gnarly texture. The plants are highly productive, growing bushy up to 1.5 meters tall and yielding abundant fruit. Flavor-wise, it delivers a delightful fruity and floral profile with the signature delayed, building heat typical of Naga peppers, but notably free from the bitterness sometimes present in similar varieties. With Scoville ratings ranging from 600,000 to 1,200,000 SHU, it falls into the superhot category, ideal for creating potent hot sauces, chili powders, or adding intense spice to curries and other dishes. Growers appreciate its adaptability to container growing and its vibrant visual appeal when laden with pods. Caution is advised when handling due to its extreme heat.