This variety came from our crossing of 7 pot oracle and jays ghost red. With very nice results plants that grow good almost fast with very high yields of first green then red pods. With very good aroma and flavor a great powder making variety. 

Capsicum Chinense 

SHU 1,500,000 around could be Higher 

APS SUPER HOT FINGER RED - The 1.5M Inferno

**Basic Info**  

Species: *Capsicum chinense*  

Origin: Atlantic Pepper Seeds (APS) breeding program  

Heat: Super-Hot (~1,500,000 SHU, possibly higher)  

Type: Hybrid of 7-Pot Oracle × Jay's Ghost Red  

**Story**  

The APS Super Hot Finger Red is a powerhouse of heat and flavor, the result of a deliberate cross between two legendary superhot varieties: the 7-Pot Oracle and Jay's Ghost Red. This hybrid represents the cutting edge of pepper breeding, combining the extreme heat potential of the 7-Pot lineage with the intense aroma and flavor of the Ghost Red to create a pepper that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in heat cultivation.  

The 7-Pot Oracle is known for its massive heat levels and distinctive wrinkled, lobed shape, while Jay's Ghost Red brings the classic ghost pepper's fruity aroma and slow-building heat. The resulting hybrid, the Super Hot Finger Red, inherits the elongated 'finger' shape from its parentage but with a heat level estimated at 1.5 million SHU, potentially even higher.  

What sets this variety apart is its exceptional productivity and aroma. The plants grow 'very good, almost fast,' producing high yields of pods that transition from green to deep red. The 'very good aroma and flavor' noted by APS suggests that despite the extreme heat, the pepper retains a complex flavor profile - likely fruity and floral with the lingering burn characteristic of top-tier superhots.  

In culinary applications, this variety demands extreme caution. At 1.5 million SHU, a single pod can transform an entire batch of hot sauce or seasoning. The 'great powder making variety' designation indicates that the dried pods produce a potent, flavorful powder that delivers maximum impact with minimal quantity.  

For gardeners, the APS Super Hot Finger Red offers the thrill of growing a potentially record-breaking superhot. The elongated shape and high yields make it a standout in any pepper garden. However, experienced handling is absolutely essential - gloves, eye protection, and proper ventilation are non-negotiable when harvesting or processing.  

**Plant**  

Medium to large, fast-growing, very high yields.  

**Pods**  

2-3 inches long, finger-shaped, bright red when ripe.  

**Flavor**  

Very good aroma, fruity, with extreme lingering heat.  

**Kitchen**  

Ultra-low-dose cooking, extreme hot sauces, specialty powders.  

**Growing Tips**  

- 90-110 days to maturity  

- Full sun (8+ hours)  

- Warm climate, zones 10-11  

- Well-draining soil, consistent watering  

**Culinary Uses**  

- Extreme hot sauce production  

- Dried for ultra-potent powder  

- Infused oils  

**Common Questions**  

Q: How hot is it?  

A: Approximately 1,500,000 SHU, possibly higher.  

Q: What makes it unique?  

A: Cross of 7-Pot Oracle × Jay's Ghost Red with finger shape.  

Q: Best use?  

A: Extreme hot sauces and ultra-potent powders.  

Q: Can beginners grow it?  

A: No, only for experienced superhot growers.