How hot is the Rocotillo?

The Rocotillo measures 1,000–2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

Rocotillo

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A C. chinense type. Ripens to red, mushroom/bonnet pods. Rates 1,000–2,500 SHU, which means mild heat that most people can handle easily.

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NameRocotillo

Alternative Name(s)Chinense

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)C-R-SM-M-2-001RegisteredHow UPN works

Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)1,000 - 2,500

Mature Pod Color (Primary)Red

RegionNot set

Discoverer/BreederNot set

Immature Color(s)Green/Mustard

Further InformationEdit

A C. chinense type. Ripens to red, mushroom/bonnet pods. Rates 1,000–2,500 SHU, which means mild heat that most people can handle easily.

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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