How hot is the Criolla de Cocina?

The Criolla de Cocina measures 0–100 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a mild pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

Criolla de Cocina

Entry Completeness90%

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A member of the C. annuum group. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Rates 2,000–10,000 SHU, which means moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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NameCriolla de Cocina

Alternative Name(s)Criolla; Criolla Cocina

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-0-014RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)0 - 100

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormStandard tapered

RegionNot set

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

A member of the C. annuum group. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Rates 2,000–10,000 SHU, which means moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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