- A rare variety of hot pepper believed to have originated in Jamaica and known for its red color and mushroom shape.
80-95 days. Mushroom Red Hot Pepper Seeds. Capsicum annuum. Non-GMO. Heirloom. A rare variety of hot pepper thought to have first originated in Jamaica. Known for both their bright red color as well as the distinctive mushroom shape that gives them their name, Mushroom Red pepper seeds are related to the more common habanero pepper. Mushroom Red hot pepper is extremely hot with a touch of sweetness. Mushroom Red hot peppers are dried and used for extra hot chili powders, but also a good choice for hot sauces. 30,000 SHU. ~5,000 seeds/oz.