Knowledge Base · est. 2025
A reference library for every chilli worth knowing.
From Jalapeño to Carolina Reaper — 76 varieties, heat ratings, grow guides and seed sources. Built by growers, for cooks and collectors who take their heat seriously.
76
Varieties indexed
6
Species covered
33
Countries of origin
2.69M
Max SHU recorded
Scoville, at a glance
From garden variety to record-breaker.
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Poblano
8k SHU
Jalapeño
50k SHU
Cayenne
350k SHU
Habanero
1M SHU
Ghost
2M+ SHU
Reaper
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