Topepo

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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. Also listed as Topepo Red. A hotter selection sometimes listed as Topepo Hot. Mini form. Red (Rosso) is the default ripe color.

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NameTopepo

Alternative Name(s)Italian Cheese Pepper; Topepo Red; Topeppo Rosso; Topepo Rosso; Topepo Hot; Topepo Mini

Universal Pepper Number (UPN)A-R-SM-J-4-520RegisteredHow UPN works

SpeciesC. annuum

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

Heat LevelMedium (1,001–15,000 SHU)

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. Also listed as Topepo Red. A hotter selection sometimes listed as Topepo Hot. Mini form. Red (Rosso) is the default ripe color.

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

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How hot is the Topepo?

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

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