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Guntur Sannam
Sannam · Capsicum annuum var. longum · 334 Sannam
40,000Scoville Heat Units
Heat context
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Botanical data
Heat (SHU)40,000
SpeciesC. annuum
OriginIndia
Days to mature150
Plant height60–90 cm
Wall thicknessThin
Ripe colourdeep red
YieldHeavy
Growth habitBush
Germination8-12
FoliageGreen
Unripe colourgreen
About this variety
Guntur Sannam is a highly prized commercial chilli from Andhra Pradesh, India, holding Geographical Indication status. Known for its deep red color and moderate heat, it is one of India's most important export varieties, valued for its high color value and consistent pungency. The chilli is predominantly grown in the Guntur, Prakasam, Warangal, and Khammam districts.
Flavour profile
pungentearthymoderate heatrich color
Culinary scores
Sauce
7/10
Drying
9/10
Pickling
6/10
Culinary uses
Primarily used in Indian curry powders, chili powders, and spice blends. Excellent for making red chili powder (deggi mirch), in curry bases, and as a coloring and flavoring agent in commercial food processing. Widely used in South Indian cuisine.
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Quick reference
Heat40,000 SHU
SpeciesC. annuum
OriginIndia
Days to ripe150
Ripe colourdeep red
Best forSauce, Drying, Primarily used in Indian curry powders
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