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Serrano Tampiqueño Chili Pepper
The Serrano Tampiqueño is a classic, popular heirloom chili pepper originating from the mountainous regions of Puebla and Hidalgo in Mexico. It is a compact, prolific producer of crisp, slender, 2-to-4-inch peppers that pack a clean, sharp heat—averaging between 10,000 and 25,000 Scoville Heat Units, which makes it noticeably spicier than a standard jalapeño. The peppers start as a vibrant, glossy green and eventually ripen to a deep red. It is a staple in Mexican cuisine, widely used fresh in salsas, pico de gallo, and sauces, or dried and pickled.
Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum 'Serrano Tampiqueño'
Also Known As
Serrano Tampiqueno | Chile Serrano | Serrano Pepper | Mexican Chile Pepper | Green Chili | 塞拉诺辣椒
Specifications
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Harvest Season
Years to Bear
9 - 11
Full Sun
Occasional
Evergreen
Perennial
2'-3' Tall and 1'-2' Wide
Moderate - Fast
Spring - Summer
White
Summer - Fall
1st Year
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