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🌱 Capsicum chinense — Jamaican Orange, Orange Chilli, Spicy Pepper

Seeds of the Jamaican Orange hot pepper, a stable interspecific hybrid between Capsicum chinense and Capsicum annuum. This variety is prized for its unique, mushroom-shaped fruits and intense, classic peppery aroma.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Jamaican Orange hot pepper plant is a medium-sized, bushy variety that grows to approximately 60-70 cm in height. It can thrive in containers and requires a space of about one square meter to produce hundreds of peppers per season. The fruits are thick-walled, fragrant, and extremely spicy, with a Scoville heat unit (SHU) rating of up to 150,000.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 0.5-1 cm deep, 1-2 cm apart, and 1-2 cm below the soil surface. Provide a warm environment for germination, with temperatures between 25-30°C (77-86°F).
• Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days. Maintain a consistent temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) for optimal growth.
• The Jamaican Orange hot pepper prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Water the plants regularly, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Fertilize the plants with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer once a month.
• The Jamaican Orange hot pepper is relatively frost-sensitive and thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. However, it can be grown in containers and moved indoors during the winter months to protect it from frost.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Jamaican Orange hot pepper is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, where it grows in areas with high temperatures and humidity. It typically thrives in regions with average temperatures above 20°C (68°F) and annual rainfall exceeding 1,000 mm (39 in).

✨ Interesting Facts

The Jamaican Orange hot pepper is a key ingredient in the traditional Jerkish seasoning, which is used to add flavor to various dishes. Its intense, classic peppery aroma makes it a popular choice for fresh consumption, sauces, and drying. Due to its explosive sharpness, it is essential to handle the peppers carefully to avoid skin irritation.