Chilhuacle

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Chilhuacle
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C. annuum
1,500 - 2,500
Medium (1,001–15,000 SHU)
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The Chilhuacle is a medium-heat chili of the species C. annuum, measuring 1,500–2,500 SHU — milder than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. annuum, the most widely cultivated pepper species, spanning everything from sweet bell peppers to jalapeños, cayennes, and poblanos. Its pods take a long/tapered form, measure 3–4 inches long, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 24–30 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves.

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How hot is the Chilhuacle?

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

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