How hot is the Hungarian Bussert?

The Hungarian Bussert measures 1,000–10,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper.

Hungarian Bussert

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Classified as C. annuum. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Heat sits around 1,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite. From Hungary. From the work of Hungary (traditional).

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NameHungarian Bussert

Alternative Name(s)None yet

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-L-4-005RegisteredHow UPN works

SpeciesC. annuum

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)1,000 - 10,000

Heat LevelMedium (1,001–15,000 SHU)

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormLong/tapered

RegionHungary

Discoverer/BreederLandrace - Hungary

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

Classified as C. annuum. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Heat sits around 1,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite. From Hungary. From the work of Hungary (traditional).

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026