🌶️ The Jwala Chilli plant, also known as Pusa Jwala, is one of India’s most beloved hot pepper varieties—especially popular in Gujarat and Rajasthan. It’s a prolific producer of long, slender, wrinkled chillies that ripen from green to fiery red.
Species: Capsicum annuum
Height: Around 90 cm (3 ft)
Fruit Size: 7–13 cm long
Heat Level: 25,000–50,000 Scoville units—medium to hot
Flavor: Spicy with a hint of smokiness; some even describe a subtle apple-like taste
Sunlight: Needs 5–6 hours of direct sun daily
Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter
Watering: Regular in summer; every 2–3 days in cooler seasons
Lifespan: Produces chillies for 5–6 months annually and can live up to 3 years with proper care
Used fresh in curries, dals, and pakoras
Dried and ground into chili powder
A favorite for spicy Indian pickles
