Duemila

Duemila is an Italian Capsicum annuum variety described in seed and plant listings as an ornamental-type chilli with prolific production and an upright, tree-like (alberello) growth habit. It produces numerous small, tapered fruits that typically ripen to red.

Reported pod size is approximately 3 cm long with a diameter around 1 cm, though some listings describe slightly smaller fruits closer to 2 cm in length. Fruits are borne upright and densely clustered, contributing to the plant’s decorative appearance.

The name “Duemila” means “2000” in Italian, and sellers commonly explain the name as a reference to the plant’s heavy productivity, implying the potential for very high pod counts per plant.

Heat classification varies significantly across sources. Some listings describe Duemila as low heat at around 5 000 Scoville Heat Units, while others report heat levels as high as 40 000 SHU for similar upright, small-fruited plants sold under the same name. This discrepancy suggests either variation between seed lines or inconsistent seller heat claims. The value of 5 000 SHU is used here as one documented estimate, but heat should be considered variable depending on seed source.

Plants are described as vigorous and potentially exceeding 1 metre in height when grown in containers, sometimes requiring staking due to heavy fruit set. As an ornamental Capsicum annuum cultivar, Duemila is valued for its compact branching structure, upright fruit display, and visual impact as well as its culinary potential.

There is no formal academic registry entry or published breeding documentation associated with Duemila; available information originates primarily from seed seller listings and grower discussions.