Trinidad Scorpion Orange
What makes Trinidad Scorpion Orange special
Trinidad Scorpion Orange is a colourful and extremely hot chilli with tropical fruitiness and the classic Scorpion tail. A beautiful variety that gives flavour and sting in abundance.
Background and name
This is an orange-coloured mutation of Trinidad Scorpion. The variety has become popular both for its flavour and for its bright colour, which makes it decorative in the garden and in cooking.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant is sturdy and about 100–120 cm tall. The pods are medium-sized, bumpy and ripen from green to deep orange. The shape varies somewhat but often has the typical Scorpion tail.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 1,200,000–1,800,000 SHU
Flavour and uses of Trinidad Scorpion Orange
The flavour is sweet, fruity and slightly tangy with intense heat. An excellent choice for fruit-based sauces or strong chutneys.
Ways to use Trinidad Scorpion Orange
Make an orange hot sauce with passion fruit or orange. Dry and grind to a strong orange powder – both pretty and strong!
How to grow Trinidad Scorpion Orange
Belongs to Capsicum chinense and is best sown between January and March. Does well in a greenhouse or a large pot in a warm spot. Water evenly and feed often for heavy fruiting.
The price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost and keep warm, at about 25–30°C for best germination. The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator helps to keep the air humid. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20°C and take them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For best results, soak the seeds in Growhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing.
