The 'Habanero Orange' hot pepper is a highly prized variety for its bright orange, small lantern-shaped fruits and its intense heat accompanied by a unique fruity flavor. Widely used in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines, it brings powerful heat with slightly sweet notes.
The plant is vigorous and very productive, yielding numerous peppers throughout the season. The fruits turn from green to bright orange when ripe and are perfect for hot sauces, marinades, and spicy dishes.
Handle with care (gloves recommended)
Widely used for homemade hot sauces
Distinctive fruity flavor
Heat level: 100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Category: very hot
Botanical name: Capsicum chinense
Type: Hot pepper
Days to maturity: 85 to 100 days
Fruit color: Green turning orange when ripe
Fruit size: 3 to 5 cm
Plant height: 60 to 90 cm
Spacing: 45 to 60 cm
Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Regular, rich, well-drained soil
Use: Hot sauces, marinades, spicy cuisine