When were jalapenos discovered?

Jalapeños originate from Mexico, where they have been cultivated for centuries. The pepper is believed to have been domesticated around 6,000 years ago, with evidence suggesting its use by indigenous peoples in the region long before European contact. The name "jalapeño" comes from the city of Xalapa, Veracruz, where it was first cultivated extensively. Today, jalapeños are popular worldwide and are used in various cuisines.