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Ok, I need a name for my ghost pepper, but I want to name it after someone on the forum.
Names I'm considering
Russ (Russ_Watters) because Russ is hot and fiery.
Greg (Greg Bernhardt) because he's strong and in control and can make your eyes tear up.
V50 (Vanadium 50) because you don't want to mess with him.
Doc Al because, well, because he likes sardines, and that would go with the ghosts.
Monique because under that cool exterior, she can be very fiery.
I don't want to list too many because I want to see some creative nominations.
Here is my pepper, taken just now, you can see the flower buds.
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/1729/002fzc.jpg
So, recommend someone with a brief explanation of why, then I will put up a poll so we can vote.
I am in love with your ghost pepper :!!)
It would call it ice-cream!
fourier jr
Oct19-11, 11:30 AM
what's a ghost pepper?
what's a ghost pepper?It's no longer the hottest pepper, but still very hot.
The Bhut Jolokia[1][2] (Assamese: ভূত জলকীয়া bhut jôlôkia; Bangla: নাগা মরিচ naga morich; Manipuri: উমোরোক umorok[3][4]), as it is commonly known—also known variously by other names (see etymology section below) in its native region, sometimes Naga Jolokia—is a chili pepper previously recognized by Guinness World Records as the hottest pepper in the world. The pepper is typically called the ghost chili or ghost pepper by U.S. media
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhut_Jolokia_chili_pepper
Anthromorphic qualities for a Ghost Pepper, eh. That being the case, my vote goes to V50. He was the first mentor I had run in when I joined. He can be pithy, short and to the point and does not suffer fools easily. No offense intended, I respect and admire your influence here as a mentor.
I never dreamed when I started growing these hard to grow things we would be naming one after a person. Having said that, I will be starting a "The Hard to Grow Thread" where I plan to continue the saga of improving my growing technique. I know some here grow beautiful, but finicky flowers, etc... I want the thread title to be open ended. There may be knowledge that could apply to different species of plants, not just peppers. Having it in one place would help to keep to have to go digging in different threads for it.
Rhody...
fourier jr
Oct19-11, 01:42 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhut_Jolokia_chili_pepper
Now I get it. I had always known them as just bhut jolokia or naga jolokia. I wonder why they get called ghost peppers, since the Assamese names just mean "chile from Bhutan" or "chile from Nagaland". how about calling yours evo's nuclear chile or something?
0APBemFGUdU
or your best friend, like this guy:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DpsAYor5Mk#t=55m30s
or how about sarah palin, because she's radioactive (http://www.mediaite.com/tv/foxs-brit-hume-sarah-palin-is-kind-of-radioactive/)!
Proton Soup
Oct19-11, 01:52 PM
Buddy Hallowee
See post #6 and weep, contestants!
Monique
Oct19-11, 02:07 PM
Monique because under that cool exterior, she can be very fiery I'm honored, you know me too well :wink:
I think you should call them Turbo peppers. The reason is obvious: he's the expert on hot stuff :biggrin:
Ms Music
Oct19-11, 02:45 PM
Boo Rhody. Or anyone else's name that you see fit. But since the seeds DID come from him......
Boo Rhody. Or anyone else's name that you see fit. But since the seeds DID come from him......
I can be persuaded to change my vote if and only if V50 makes an appearance by posting in this thread !!!
Rhody... evil dooer, (shades of Peng...)
Caspar!!!!!
Turbo,
If you meant "Casper the Friendly Ghost", the the second "a" becomes an "e", unless you had something else in mind.
Rhody...
Ooh Pengwuino!!! Looks innocent, but will make you regret messing with him.
Micromass, no, micro is too sweet for this pepper, I'll name my flower after him.
Lisab because she looks like a plant fairy.
Remember, nominations must belong to PF. This is, after all, a plant that exists due to PF (and Rhody).
Maybe if Russ Waters the plant ?
Maybe if Russ Waters the plant ?:rofl:
Redbelly - whoever tries it, gets red. Belly included.
Redbelly - whoever tries it, gets red. Belly included.That's good!
If he wins, maybe he can make an avatar for my collection with smoke tendrils coming out of his beak.
fuzzyfelt
Oct19-11, 04:22 PM
I vote for rhody, too, although Jimmy is a nice name.
If it has to be a forum member I vote for Janus. If you nix the J that is where the fire will be the day after...
Dembadon
Oct19-11, 04:46 PM
lisab: She's hot. And Green.
I'm a math major, not a creative writing major.
If it has to be a forum member I vote for Janus. If you nix the J that is where the fire will be the day after...
Nice... :devil: :biggrin:
Rhody...
micromass
Oct19-11, 05:51 PM
Drizzle - mysterious and explosive :biggrin:
Doesn't Zz water his his orchids in the nude? Just askin'....
Here is my pepper, taken just now, you can see the flower buds.
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/1729/002fzc.jpg
Good job, Evo. Are going to make sure it pollinates by shaking ? The pepper guy in Oregon e-mailed me and said to always keep a fan on them, will that accomplish the same thing ? He also said to key a sharp eye under the leaves that's where aphids usually first appear and they will drink all the liquid from the plant as well as the roots. Aphids can kill a plant in less than two weeks untreated, he claims. He recommends NEEM oil for them. I haven't looked into it yet. I bet you will have peppers in about another two to three weeks, sooner if you can somehow keep the plant at 80+ F during the day. I just sent him another 4 or 5 questions and if he responds I will post his advice. I will say one thing, he is an out of the box thinker.
Rhody... :smile:
Doesn't Zz water his his orchids in the nude? Just askin'....
Way too much info turbo...
Rhody... :blushing: :bugeye:
Good job, Evo. Are going to make sure it pollinates by shaking ? The pepper guy in Oregon e-mailed me and said to always keep a fan on them, will that accomplish the same thing ? He also said to key a sharp eye under the leaves that's where aphids usually first appear and they will drink all the liquid from the plant as well as the roots. Aphids can kill a plant in less than two weeks untreated, he claims. He recommends NEEM oil for them. I haven't looked into it yet. I bet you will have peppers in about another two to three weeks, sooner if you can somehow keep the plant at 80+ F during the day. I just sent him another 4 or 5 questions and if he responds I will post his advice. I will say one thing, he is an out of the box thinker.
Rhody... :smile:I've tried to use Neem oil before, spent a fortune on it and all of my plants died. Bought a can of Raid house & garden and those plants lived. I will never use Neem oil again, the aphids loved the stuff.
I've tried to use Neem oil before, spent a fortune on it and all of my plants died. Bought a can of Raid house & garden and those plants lived. I will never use Neem oil again, the aphids loved the stuff.
Heh, heh, maybe the guy from Seattle is trying to wax the competition, what about the fan idea ?
Rhody...
Heh, heh, maybe the guy from Seattle is trying to wax the competition, what about the fan idea ?
Rhody...
The fan is a good idea because it will shake the plant, similar to natural breezes outdoors. If you are forgetful, the fan would be the way to go to cause pollination, otherwise a good thumping/vibrating/shaking several times a day will guarantee pollination of peppers.
After you name it and become emotionally attached to its heat, beauty, charm, and wit, how can you or anyone you know possibly eat it ?!
Rhody... :!!) :yuck:
KingNothing
Oct20-11, 12:14 AM
Why don't you just name him a normal plant name like 'Wayne' or 'Jeff'?
Why don't you just name him a normal plant name like 'Wayne' or 'Jeff'?Those are good plant names, but rather common.
I think I'm leaning towards Monique. She has the green going in her avatar, and the plant looks like a Monique, lush, vibrant, tranquil, with killer seed pods. :tongue:
physics girl phd
Oct20-11, 02:24 PM
I vote for rhody, too, although Jimmy is a nice name.
You beat me... and Jimmy.... to this response! Good job!
I'd put my vote to ZapperZ. Sounds just right for a good pepper
FlexGunship
Oct21-11, 08:32 AM
I can't help but nominate myself!!
FlexGunship... often way over the top, too much for the average person to handle, with a preposterously awesome name.
Oh yeah, and narcissistic... I heard ghost peppers were narcissistic.
I can't help but nominate myself!!
FlexGunship... often way over the top, too much for the average person to handle, with a preposterously awesome name.
Oh yeah, and narcissistic... I heard ghost peppers were narcissistic.
Nope, but they don't suffer fools easily. They demand respect, ignore their heat (for all but a select few used to it like Turbo) at your peril. :biggrin:
Side note: I sent Ghosts to Rhody child's boyfriend in the 82nd Airborne. He was thrown for a loop. I warned him. Nice guy too. He took their heat a bit too lightly.
Rhody...
Nope, but they don't suffer fools easily. They demand respect, ignore their heat (for all but a select few used to it like Turbo) at your peril. :biggrin:I don't think that Astro would have much trouble with ghosts, either. Once you have a steady relationship with habaneros (cutting, handling, and eating them) other chilies are less likely to surprise you. I remember many years ago when my sister and a friend were cutting up jalapenos for me for a cookout, and they were complaining that their fingers were burning afterward. I should have just chopped the chilies and avoided the drama.
Anyway, the ghosts have such a nice sweet flavor that it's no wonder they are popular in India. I haven't experimented with them as much as I should have, since their numbers are dwindling. I'm thinking that they would be wonderful in a vegetable stir-fry served over basmati rice. Bell peppers, celery, onion, garlic, and maybe some carrots and cherry tomatoes all WOK-ed up in peanut oil with ghosts.
fuzzyfelt
Oct22-11, 11:58 AM
You beat me... and Jimmy.... to this response! Good job!
:) !!
So, Evo, do you have a name ? Or, have you given up the Ghost ? (pun intended).
Rhody...
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