Yellow Jellybean PI 260501
The Yellow Jellybean PI 260501 is a very hot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 90,000–225,000 SHU — roughly 30× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods ripen yellow, take a habanero-type form, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves.
The Yellow Jellybean PI 260501 is a very hot chili of the species C. chinense, measuring 90,000–225,000 SHU — roughly 30× hotter than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. chinense, the species behind the world's hottest peppers — the group that includes habaneros, Scotch bonnets, and ghost peppers, prized for fruity aroma and a slow, lingering burn. Its pods ripen yellow, take a habanero-type form, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. Immature pods are green/mustard before ripening. The plant grows to 30–36 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
