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What makes it special?
Thors Thunderbolt is a superhot where even the ripening colour is extraordinary. The fruit starts dark violet and moves through violet-cream stages to light orange and cream tones.
We rate the variety at heat 10+++. That makes it clearly aimed at experienced chilli fans – but for us, Thors Thunderbolt is especially interesting for the combination of extreme heat and unusual looks.
Flavour & Use
Behind the massive heat is a fruity, aromatic Capsicum chinense note.
The smallest amounts are enough for extremely hot chilli sauces, salsa, ferments or powder. When cutting and processing, we recommend gloves and especially careful handling.
Fruit & Plant
The elongated, irregularly wrinkled fruit grows to about 5 cm. Its colour change is especially striking: from violet through violet-cream intermediate stages to orange and cream at full ripeness.
The plant stays comparatively compact to medium-sized at roughly 60–90 cm and grows bushy. The variety needs a long, warm season.
Growing & Care
Thors Thunderbolt needs plenty of warmth, sun and time. In our climate, we recommend a very sheltered spot or a greenhouse or polytunnel.
Use at least 8 litres in a pot, ideally 10 litres. With enough space, 15–20 litres is ideal. Water evenly, avoid waterlogging, and feed regularly during the growth and fruiting phase.
Variety Data
Botanical species: Capsicum chinense
Origin: Australia
Breeding: Chilli Seedz; variety name from Ross Barber
Parent varieties: not clearly documented publicly
Heat: extremely hot
Scoville: no measurement available to us
Flavour: fruity, aromatic, intense
Fruit colour: violet → violet/cream → orange/cream
Fruit size: approx. 5 cm long
Fruit shape: elongated, irregular and wrinkled
Plant height: approx. 60–90 cm, depending on location and growing conditions
Growth: bushy and well-branched
Ripening time: late; needs a long, warm season
Position: full sun, very 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: extremely hot chilli sauces, grill marinades if dosed sparingly, fermentation, drying and powder
Overwintering: possible frost-free
Special feature: extraordinary colour change of a rare Australian superhot
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Thors Thunderbolt - Chilli Plant
Regular price€5,99 EUR
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WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Thors Thunderbolt – a rare superhot with a spectacular colour change
Thors Thunderbolt, often also written as Thor's Thunderbolt Chilli, is a rare Capsicum chinense from Australia. The variety stands out especially for its unusual fruit, which passes through several violet, cream and orange colour stages while ripening.
How hot is Thors Thunderbolt?
This chilli variety is one of the superhots and is accordingly rated at heat 10+++.
An Australian chilli rarity with an unusual origin
The variety's development is attributed to Chilli Seedz in Australia, while the name Thor's Thunderbolt is said to come from Ross Barber.
It's precisely this combination of a modern breeding line, extreme heat and unusual colour progression that makes the variety a classic chilli rarity for collectors.
Comparing dark superhots
If you're growing extraordinary superhots for their colour, we have several exciting alternatives. Da Hulk also develops unusual dark and light ripening stages, while Naga Twister Black stands out for its very dark foliage and fruit.
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