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What makes it special?
A rare superhot rarity for experienced chilli fans. The seed for our Delirio comes from Wales, where the variety is listed as Capsicum chinense at 1,000,000+ SHU.
We raise the Delirio plants ourselves in Illmitz. Given its extreme heat, the variety suits anyone deliberately looking to grow an exceptional superhot.
Reliable variety data for this rare line is still limited, which is why we're sharing our own assessment from the 2026 season here.
Flavour & Use
With Delirio, extreme heat is clearly the main feature. After our first tastings, a citrus scent stands out, with heat that kicks in very quickly. Flavour-wise, the variety is similar to the Trinidad Scorpion, though with a different, very striking and attractive shape.
Heat figures for Delirio go up to 1,000,000+ SHU. We therefore recommend using it very sparingly – for example in ferments, chilli oil, dried powder or bold seasoning bases, where even small amounts should deliver intense heat.
When processing, we recommend gloves, clean equipment and particular care with skin and eye contact.
Fruit & Plant
Delirio belongs to the species Capsicum chinense. This variety has deeply wrinkled, irregularly shaped fruits with striking colors ranging from pale and orange to red and, in some cases, darker shades.
Growing & Care
For Delirio, we recommend a full-sun, warm and, where possible, sheltered spot. As a Capsicum chinense, the variety benefits from a long, warm season; a greenhouse, polytunnel or a very sheltered position are especially worthwhile in our climate.
For pot growing, we recommend at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres of soil volume. If you have the space, 15–20 litres is ideal.
The substrate should be nutrient-rich and well-draining. Water evenly, but avoid waterlogging. Feed regularly and moderately with a suitable tomato or vegetable fertiliser during growth and fruiting.
Delirio is frost-sensitive. Overwintering frost-free is generally possible.
Variety Data
Botanical species: Capsicum chinense
Heat: superhot / extremely hot
Scoville: stated by the seed supplier at 1,000,000+ SHU
Fruit shape: heavily wrinkled and irregular; striking colour play in supplier images
Position: full sun, warm and sheltered
Suitable for: pot, patio, greenhouse and very sheltered outdoor spots
Pot size: at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres; 15–20 litres ideal
Use: ferments, chilli oil, powder and extremely hot seasoning bases
Overwintering: possible frost-free
Special feature: rare superhot variety,
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Delirio - Chilli Plant
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Delirio – a rare superhot chilli with 1,000,000+ SHU
Delirio is a rare Capsicum chinense superhot for chilli fans deliberately looking for exceptional, extremely hot varieties. This line is listed as Capsicum chinense with up to 1,000,000 Scoville. We then raise the plants ourselves in Illmitz. You'll find more unusual varieties among our rare chilli plants.
How hot is Delirio?
Delirio reaches up to 1,000,000+ SHU. Based on our own tastings, we definitely classify Delirio as a superhot. When processing, we always recommend gloves, clean equipment and very small doses.
Using Delirio: dosing extreme heat with care
This variety makes sense wherever targeted, intense heat is called for: for example in ferments, chilli oil, dried powder or bold seasoning bases. Small amounts can already be enough.
Growing Delirio in a pot
As a Capsicum chinense, Delirio needs above all warmth, sun and time. We recommend a full-sun, sheltered spot; a greenhouse or a very warm position against a house wall can create especially good conditions in our climate. In a pot, at least 8 litres makes sense, ideally 10 litres. If you have the space, 15–20 litres is ideal. Water evenly, avoid waterlogging, and feed regularly with a suitable tomato or vegetable fertiliser during growth and fruiting.
Delirio is frost-sensitive but can be overwintered frost-free. Since little reliable variety data is publicly available, we deliberately avoid fixed figures for plant height or ripening time that we can't confidently confirm for this specific line.
A superhot rarity for collectors
Growing Delirio means choosing an unusual superhot with real rarity value. If you'd like to compare more plants at the top end of our heat scale, you'll find them among our extremely hot chilli plants. Another visually exceptional rarity is the Pink Tiger.
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