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| Attribute | New Mexico Pepper Remove | NuMex Lemon Spice Remove | Mulato Pepper Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
2,500 – 3,000 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | New Mexico, USA | New Mexico, USA | Mexico |
| Ripe color | Green to Red | Yellow | Dark Brown (dried) |
| Pod size | 6-8 inches | 3-4 inches | 4-5 inches |
| Flavor profile | Mild, earthy, slightly sweet | Mild with lemon notes | Chocolate, licorice, cherry notes |
| Culinary uses | Roasting, chile rellenos, red and green chile sauce | Mild jalapeño with citrus | Mole poblano, complex sauces |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
| Days to harvest | 75-85 days | 70-80 days | 85-95 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.