Lazzaretto Abruzzese × Big Jim

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This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Rates 2,500–3,000 SHU, which means mild heat that most people can handle easily. Associated with New Mexico, USA. Credited to NMSU / Dr. Nakayama. A deliberate cross — check parentage for lineage details.

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NameLazzaretto Abruzzese × Big Jim

Alternative Name(s)Lazzaretto Abruzzese x Big Jim

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-L-3-006ProvisionalHow UPN works

SpeciesC. annuum

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)2,500 - 3,000

Heat LevelMedium (1,001–15,000 SHU)

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormLong/tapered

RegionUSA

Discoverer/BreederNMSU / Dr. Nakayama

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Rates 2,500–3,000 SHU, which means mild heat that most people can handle easily. Associated with New Mexico, USA. Credited to NMSU / Dr. Nakayama. A deliberate cross — check parentage for lineage details.

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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How hot is the Lazzaretto Abruzzese × Big Jim?

The Lazzaretto Abruzzese × Big Jim measures 2,500–3,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

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