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Common Name: jalapino Chilli

Botanical Name: Capsicum ????????

Capsicum

Jalapeno Heat          2500 - 5000 Out of 0 to 100000 scale

Using Jalapenos

Jalapenos are long” up to 10 cm” tapered chilies with a substantial fleshy capsule. They may be eaten once full size but still green or left to ripen to red on the plant. Jalapenos are hot but very flavorful and may be used raw in salads or cooked and are often preserved in vinegars and oils. The heat is concentrated in the white pithy inter walls and in the pips. These are usually discarded but may be eaten.

Growing Jalapenos

Jalapenos are perennials which will survive for a few years if protected from frost. For best crop production it is best to replant on an annual basis.  Jalapenos need a long warm period to grow well and do not like to get too cold at night. Notwithstanding this the full SA sun tends to burn the plants unless they are kept wet permanently. A better solution is to grow then in an area where they get protection from the full midday sun.

The soil should be fairly rich in compost but well drained with and only slightly acidic.

Medicinal Uses of Jalapenos

Important! Do not use of herbs for medicinal purposes without consulting your medical doctor. Herbs have medicinal qualities and can react with other medication.

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