How hot is the Jalapeño Hercules?

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

Jalapeño Hercules

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This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Heat sits around 2,500–8,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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NameJalapeño Hercules

Alternative Name(s)Jalapeno Hercules

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-4-275RegisteredHow UPN works

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

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Further InformationEdit

This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Heat sits around 2,500–8,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

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