How hot is the Chilcostle?

The Chilcostle measures 1,000–2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

Chilcostle

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A C. annuum type. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Clocks in at 2,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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NameChilcostle

Alternative Name(s)None yet

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-2-004RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)1,000 - 2,500

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormStandard tapered

RegionNot set

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

A C. annuum type. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Clocks in at 2,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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