Jalapeño NuMex Orange Spice

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Jalapeño NuMex Orange Spice
Jalapeno NuMex Orange Spice; NMSU Orange Spice; NuMex Orange SpiceEdit
A-O-SM-L-4-002RegisteredHow UPN works
C. annuum
2,500 - 8,000
OrangeEdit
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A C. annuum variety. Ripens to orange, long/tapered pods. Packs 2,500–8,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite). From New Mexico, USA. From the work of NMSU Chile Pepper Institute. Part of NMSU's NuMex breeding program, which has released dozens of improved New Mexico chile varieties.

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

How hot is the Jalapeño NuMex Orange Spice?

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

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