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Pepper profile

Jwala

Origin
India
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Green to Red
Pod size
3-5 inches

Scoville heat range

20,000 – 30,000 SHU

Medium heat level

About Jwala

Jwala means flame in Hindi describing this pepper’s heat. Rating 20,000-30,000 SHU offers good heat. Finger-shaped fruits popular across India. Used green and red in Indian cooking. The heat level is versatile. Very productive plants. One of India’s most common hot peppers. The shape is distinctive. Shows Indian hot pepper preference. Essential in North Indian cuisine.

Flavor profile

Moderate to hot

In the kitchen

Indian finger hot pepper

Growing information

Difficulty
Easy
Days to harvest
75-85 days
Plant height
24-30 inches

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