Ultimate Pepper Heat Database

The most comprehensive, citable database of pepper heat ratings. 215 live pepper profiles with Scoville Heat Units (SHU), species, origin, flavor notes, and canonical profile links.

215
Peppers in database
3,000,000
Maximum SHU
9
Capsicum species
60
Countries of origin
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Pepper results

        

            

                

                    
                        

                            Name
                            Scientific Name
                            Min SHU
                            Max SHU
                            Heat Level
                            Origin
                            Heat Scale
                            Action
                        

                    
                    
                        
                    
                

            

            

            
        

    


    

        
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SHU values are typical reported ranges. A single harvest can test above or below them.

            
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Sources & methodology
Values are compiled from published research, breeder or institute records, and documented measurements. Heat varies with cultivar, maturity, growing conditions, and test method.
Citation: KnowThePepper. Ultimate Pepper Heat Database. 2026.

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