Pepper - Reaper
I got these seeds from PepperLover. This one came to me simply labeled as "Reaper" though it's fairly safe to assume this is the infamous Carolina Reaper of World Record fame. Bred in South Carolina (USA) from a Ghost Pepper and a Red Habanero and originally named HP22B, the Carolina Reaper was recognized as the World's Hottest Pepper in 2013 by the Guinness Book of World Records. It was overtaken for a while, but was again crowned World's Hottest in 2018 when a pepper tested over 2.2 million Scoville units. While they typically average closer to 1,641,300 Scoville units, these beasts are not for the faint of heart. Measuring 1-2 inches long by 2-3 inches wide and often featuring a "scorpion's tail," these Capsicum chinense peppers sometimes have a bumpy blistered appearance, but not always. There is a sweet fruity flavor just before the heat kicks in. The plants can get five feet tall, but can also be grown in a container (make sure it's at least three gallons though 5 or 10 is better). These super hot peppers are known to be harder to germinate than most other peppers. Be prepared to offer 85-degree moist soil and wait 2-4 weeks or more for germination. This variety is obviously not recommended for folks who have stomach issues or an intolerance for spicy things.
90 days to maturity
90 days to maturity