How hot is the Lento?

The Lento measures 2,000–10,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper.

Lento

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Classified as C. annuum. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Heat sits around 2,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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NameLento

Alternative Name(s)None yet

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-4-332RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)2,000 - 10,000

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

Pod FormStandard tapered

RegionNot set

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

Classified as C. annuum. Ripens to red, standard tapered pods. Heat sits around 2,000–10,000 SHU — moderate heat with a noticeable bite.

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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