How hot is the Chimayo?

The Chimayo measures 4,000–6,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

Chimayo

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This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Packs 4,000–6,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite).

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NameChimayo

Alternative Name(s)Chile de Chimayó; Chimayó

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-4-109RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)4,000 - 6,000

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormStandard tapered

RegionUSA

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

This C. annuum cultivar. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Packs 4,000–6,000 SHU (moderate heat with a noticeable bite).

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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