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{{Short description|Chilli variety grown in Kerala, India}}
{{Short description|Chilli variety grown in Kerala, India}}
{{Infobox cultivar
{{Infobox cultivar
| name = Edayur chilli
| name = Edayur chilli (എടയൂർ മുളക്)
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| image = Unripened Green Edayur chilli.jpg
| image_caption = Edayur chilli in unripe green stage
| species = ''[[Capsicum annuum]]''
| species = ''[[Capsicum annuum]]''
| origin = [[Kerala]], [[India]]
| origin = [[Kerala]], [[India]]
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The '''Edayur chilli''' is a variety of [[chili pepper|chilli]] mainly grown in the [[State of India|Indian state]] of [[Kerala]].<ref>{{cite news |title=The many shades of red |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/features/the-many-shades-of-red-1040676.html |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=Deccan Herald |language=en}}</ref> The Edayur chilli is a local cultivar primarily grown in specific regions of [[Malappuram district]], Kerala, India. Specifically, it is cultivated in the [[Panchayati raj|panchayaths]] of [[Edayoor|Edayur]], [[Athavanad Gram Panchayat|Athavanad]], [[Marakkara]], [[Irimbiliyam]], [[Kalpakanchery]], and [[Valanchery]] within the Valanchery block, as well as [[Moorkanad]] and Kuruva panchayaths within the [[Angadipuram|Angadippuram]] block.
The '''Edayur chilli''' is a variety of [[chili pepper|chilli]] mainly grown in the [[State of India|Indian state]] of [[Kerala]].<ref>{{cite news |title=The many shades of red |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/features/the-many-shades-of-red-1040676.html |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=Deccan Herald |language=en}}</ref> The Edayur chilli is a local cultivar primarily grown in specific regions of Kerala's [[Malappuram district]].<ref>{{cite book |last1=Variyar |first1=Prasad S. |last2=Singh |first2=Inder Pal |last3=Adiani |first3=Vanshika |last4=Suprasanna |first4=Penna |title=Peppers: Biological, Health, and Postharvest Perspectives |date=8 November 2024 |publisher=CRC Press |isbn=978-1-040-15384-0 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=L-EoEQAAQBAJ&dq=Edayur+chilli&pg=PA19 |access-date=10 November 2024 |language=en}}</ref> Specifically, it is cultivated in the [[Panchayati raj|panchayaths]] of [[Edayoor|Edayur]], [[Athavanad Gram Panchayat|Athavanad]], [[Marakkara]], [[Irimbiliyam]], [[Kalpakanchery]], and [[Valanchery]] within the Valanchery block, as well as [[Moorkanad]] and Kuruva panchayaths within the [[Angadipuram|Angadippuram]] block.


==Name==
==Name==
According to documents available in the Edayur Grama Panchayath, the cultivation of Edayur chilli in the region dates back at least 150 years.<ref>{{cite journal |title=Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662 |journal=GOVERNMENT OF INDIA GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS JOURNAL NO. 137 MAY 29, 2020 |page=18 |pages=29 |url=https://www.ipindia.gov.in/writereaddata/Portal/Images/pdf/Journal_137.pdf |access-date=25 October 2024}}</ref>
It is named after its place of origin, the village of Edayoor. According to documents available in the Edayur Grama Panchayath, the cultivation of Edayur chilli in the region dates back at least 150 years.<ref>{{cite journal |title=Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662 |journal=Government of India Geographical Indications Journal |issue=137 |date=May 29, 2020 |page=18 |url=https://www.ipindia.gov.in/writereaddata/Portal/Images/pdf/Journal_137.pdf |access-date=25 October 2024}}</ref>
===Local name===
It is known as Edayur mulaku. Mulaku in the local state language of [[Malayalam]] means chilli.


==Description==
==Description==
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The Edayur chilli's traditional cultivation grounds include hills, hillocks, and lateritic fields.
The Edayur chilli's traditional cultivation grounds include hills, hillocks, and lateritic fields.


===Physical Characteristics===
===Physical characteristics===
Its physical appearance is marked by drooping, solitary berries with a moderately triangular shape with a smooth surface.
Its physical appearance is marked by drooping, solitary berries with a moderately triangular shape with a smooth surface.<ref>{{cite book |last1=Ravindran |first1=P. N. |last2=Sivaraman |first2=K. |last3=Devasahayam |first3=S. |last4=Babu |first4=K. Nirmal |title=Handbook of Spices in India: 75 Years of Research and Development |date=2024 |publisher=Springer Nature |isbn=978-981-19-3728-6 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Vz4QEQAAQBAJ&dq=Edayur+chilli&pg=PA2041 |access-date=10 November 2024 |language=en}}</ref>


===Pungency and Usage===
===Pungency and Usage===
The Edayur chilli is primarily utilized to create a traditional Malayalam delicacy called "Kondattom," or sun-dried curd chillies. These dried Kondattom Mulaku can be stored for several months, retaining their distinct flavor. When fried, Kondattom serves as a delectable side dish, paired with curd, making it a simple yet delightful accompaniment to meals.<ref>{{cite news |title=GI tag for Kerala's Kuttiattoor mango & Edayur chilli |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/gi-tag-for-keralas-kuttiattoor-mango-edayur-chilli/articleshow/86905783.cms |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=The Times of India |date=10 October 2021}}</ref>
The Edayur chilli is primarily utilized to create a traditional [[Kerala cuisine|Kerala]] delicacy called "Kondattom," or sun-dried curd chillies.<ref>{{cite book |last1=Prasad |first1=Rajendra |title=Current Affairs Year Book 2022: Geography |publisher=MYUPSC |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OcxkEAAAQBAJ&dq=Kondattom&pg=PT48 |access-date=10 November 2024 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite book |last1=Sen |first1=Colleen Taylor |last2=Bhattacharyya |first2=Sourish |last3=Saberi |first3=Helen |title=The Bloomsbury Handbook of Indian Cuisine |date=23 February 2023 |publisher=Bloomsbury Publishing |isbn=978-1-350-12865-1 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=AzysEAAAQBAJ&dq=Edayur+chilli&pg=PT112 |access-date=10 November 2024 |language=en}}</ref> These dried Kondattom Mulaku can be stored for several months, retaining their distinct flavor. When fried, Kondattom serves as a delectable side dish, paired with curd, making it a simple yet delightful accompaniment to meals.<ref>{{cite news |title=GI tag for Kerala's Kuttiattoor mango & Edayur chilli |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/gi-tag-for-keralas-kuttiattoor-mango-edayur-chilli/articleshow/86905783.cms |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=The Times of India |date=10 October 2021}}</ref>

==Photo Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Longshot photo of a farm of Edayur Chillies.jpg|Longshot view of an Edayur Chilli farm
File:Photo of a farm of Edayur Chillies.jpg|View of a Chilli farm
File:Extreme Closeup of Edayur Chilli in a farm.jpg|Extreme Closeup of Edayur Chilli at a farm
File:Photo of closeup of Edayur Chilli plant in a farm.jpg|Closeup of chillies and plant at a farm
File:Closeup of Edayur Chilli in a farm.jpg|Closeup of Chilli at a farm
File:Collection of chillies gathered in a tub.jpg|Collection of chillies gathered in a tub
File:Another closeup of Edayur Chillies.jpg|Another closeup of chillies
File:Another collection of Edayur chillies gathered in a tub.jpg|Another collection of chillies gathered in a tub
File:Another collection of Edayur Chillies.jpg|Another closeup of collection of chillies
File:Closeup of Edayur Chillies.jpg|Closeup of Edayur Chillies
</gallery>


==Geographical indication==
==Geographical indication==
It was awarded the [[List of geographical indications in India|Geographical Indication]] (GI) status tag from the [[Geographical Indication Registry (India)|Geographical Indications Registry]] under the [[Government of India|Union Government of India]] on 14/09/2021 (valid until 02/10/2029).<ref>{{cite web |title=Geographical Indications Intellectual Property India |url=https://search.ipindia.gov.in/GIRPublic/Application/Details/662 |access-date=24 September 2024}}</ref>
It was awarded the [[List of geographical indications in India|Geographical Indication]] (GI) status tag from the [[Geographical Indication Registry (India)|Geographical Indications Registry]] under the [[Government of India|Union Government of India]] on 14 September 2021 (valid until 2 October 2029).<ref>{{cite web |title=Geographical Indications Intellectual Property India |url=https://search.ipindia.gov.in/GIRPublic/Application/Details/662 |access-date=25 October 2024}}</ref>


Edayoor Chilli Grovers Association (ECGA) from Edayur, proposed the GI registration of Edayur Chilli. After filing the application in October 2019, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2021 by the Geographical Indication Registry in [[Chennai]], making the name "Edayur Chilli" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region. It thus became the first chilli variety from Kerala after [[Khola Chilli]] and the 34th type of goods from Kerala to earn the GI tag.<ref>{{cite news |title=Kuttiattoor mango and Edayur chilli gets GI tags |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/kuttiattoor-mango-and-edayur-chilli-gets-gi-tags/articleshow/86760185.cms |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=The Times of India |date=4 October 2021}}</ref>
Edayoor Chilli Grovers Association (ECGA) from Edayur, proposed the GI registration of Edayur Chilli. After filing the application in October 2019, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2021 by the Geographical Indication Registry in [[Chennai]], making the name "Edayur Chilli" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region. It thus became the first chilli variety from Kerala and the 34th type of goods from Kerala to earn the GI tag. [[Kuttiattoor Mango]] from the [[Kannur district]] of Kerala received GI tag at the same time.<ref>{{cite news |title=Kuttiattoor mango and Edayur chilli gets GI tags |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/kuttiattoor-mango-and-edayur-chilli-gets-gi-tags/articleshow/86760185.cms |access-date=25 October 2024 |work=The Times of India |date=4 October 2021}}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==
* [[Ramanathapuram Mundu chilli]]
* [[Kuttiattoor Mango]]
* [[Kuttiattoor Mango]]
* [[Central Travancore jaggery]]


==Notes==
==References ==
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Latest revision as of 15:51, 1 January 2025

Edayur chilli (എടയൂർ മുളക്)
Edayur chilli in unripe green stage
SpeciesCapsicum annuum
OriginKerala, India
Scoville scale1968[1] SHU

The Edayur chilli is a variety of chilli mainly grown in the Indian state of Kerala.[2] The Edayur chilli is a local cultivar primarily grown in specific regions of Kerala's Malappuram district.[3] Specifically, it is cultivated in the panchayaths of Edayur, Athavanad, Marakkara, Irimbiliyam, Kalpakanchery, and Valanchery within the Valanchery block, as well as Moorkanad and Kuruva panchayaths within the Angadippuram block.

Name

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It is named after its place of origin, the village of Edayoor. According to documents available in the Edayur Grama Panchayath, the cultivation of Edayur chilli in the region dates back at least 150 years.[4]

Local name

[edit]

It is known as Edayur mulaku. Mulaku in the local state language of Malayalam means chilli.

Description

[edit]

Cultivation

[edit]

The Edayur chilli's traditional cultivation grounds include hills, hillocks, and lateritic fields.

Physical characteristics

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Its physical appearance is marked by drooping, solitary berries with a moderately triangular shape with a smooth surface.[5]

Pungency and Usage

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The Edayur chilli is primarily utilized to create a traditional Kerala delicacy called "Kondattom," or sun-dried curd chillies.[6][7] These dried Kondattom Mulaku can be stored for several months, retaining their distinct flavor. When fried, Kondattom serves as a delectable side dish, paired with curd, making it a simple yet delightful accompaniment to meals.[8]

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Geographical indication

[edit]

It was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) status tag from the Geographical Indications Registry under the Union Government of India on 14 September 2021 (valid until 2 October 2029).[9]

Edayoor Chilli Grovers Association (ECGA) from Edayur, proposed the GI registration of Edayur Chilli. After filing the application in October 2019, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2021 by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai, making the name "Edayur Chilli" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region. It thus became the first chilli variety from Kerala and the 34th type of goods from Kerala to earn the GI tag. Kuttiattoor Mango from the Kannur district of Kerala received GI tag at the same time.[10]

See also

[edit]

References

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  1. ^ "Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662" (PDF). Government of India Geographical Indications Journal (137): 22. May 29, 2020. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  2. ^ "The many shades of red". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  3. ^ Variyar, Prasad S.; Singh, Inder Pal; Adiani, Vanshika; Suprasanna, Penna (8 November 2024). Peppers: Biological, Health, and Postharvest Perspectives. CRC Press. ISBN 978-1-040-15384-0. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  4. ^ "Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662" (PDF). Government of India Geographical Indications Journal (137): 18. May 29, 2020. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  5. ^ Ravindran, P. N.; Sivaraman, K.; Devasahayam, S.; Babu, K. Nirmal (2024). Handbook of Spices in India: 75 Years of Research and Development. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-981-19-3728-6. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  6. ^ Prasad, Rajendra. Current Affairs Year Book 2022: Geography. MYUPSC. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  7. ^ Sen, Colleen Taylor; Bhattacharyya, Sourish; Saberi, Helen (23 February 2023). The Bloomsbury Handbook of Indian Cuisine. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-350-12865-1. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  8. ^ "GI tag for Kerala's Kuttiattoor mango & Edayur chilli". The Times of India. 10 October 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  9. ^ "Geographical Indications Intellectual Property India". Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  10. ^ "Kuttiattoor mango and Edayur chilli gets GI tags". The Times of India. 4 October 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.