How hot is the Chile de Onza?

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

Chile de Onza

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A C. annuum variety. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Packs 2,000–10,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite).

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NameChile de Onza

Alternative Name(s)Chili de Onza; Chilli de Onza

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-2-005RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)500 - 1,500

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormStandard tapered

RegionNot set

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

A C. annuum variety. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Packs 2,000–10,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite).

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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