Royal Pequin

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Royal Pequin
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40,000 - 60,000
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A hot chili, 40,000 to 60,000 SHU. The pods are red when ripe.

A three-way cross of Pequin, Thai and Black Pearl.

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

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How hot is the Royal Pequin?

The Royal Pequin measures 40,000–60,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a hot pepper — roughly 12 times hotter than the Jalapeño (5,000 Scovilles).

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