How hot is the Jalapeño Black Poquito?

The Jalapeño Black Poquito measures 2,500–8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper.

Jalapeño Black Poquito

Entry Completeness90%

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This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to black, standard tapered pods. Rates 2,500–8,000 SHU, which means moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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NameJalapeño Black Poquito

Alternative Name(s)Jalapeno Black Poquito

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-K-SM-J-4-012RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)2,500 - 8,000

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Black

Further InformationEdit

This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to black, standard tapered pods. Rates 2,500–8,000 SHU, which means moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

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