How hot is the Costeno Rojo?

The Costeno Rojo measures 1,000–3,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

Costeno Rojo

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A C. annuum variety. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Packs 1,000–3,000 SHU (mild heat that most people can handle easily).

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NameCosteno Rojo

Alternative Name(s)Costeno Red

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-3-005RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)1,000 - 3,000

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 1,000–3,000 SHU (mild heat that most people can handle easily).

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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