Ujire Mallige (Ujire Jasmine) refers to the cultivation and trade of jasmine flowers centered around the town of
In the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, refers to a local variety of jasmine grown and traded around the town of Ujire , an important regional junction near Dharmasthala. While jasmine is broadly termed "Mallige" in Kannada, the Ujire variety is part of a famous coastal flower culture that includes the world-renowned Udupi Mallige and Mangalore Mallige . Characteristics and Cultivation ujire mallige
The price of Ujire Mallige (quoted per kilogram or per tola ) fluctuates wildly depending on the season, festival calendar, and rainfall. During the peak of wedding season (April-May) or during festivals like Varamahalakshmi or Nagara Panchami , prices can skyrocket to ₹4,000 or more per kilogram. Conversely, during a glut, it can fall to a few hundred rupees. For many farmers in Ujire, the mallige plant is a "green gold" that pays for their children's education. Ujire Mallige (Ujire Jasmine) refers to the cultivation
A common source of confusion is the difference between Ujire and Mysore Mallige. While both are beloved, they serve different masters. During the peak of wedding season (April-May) or
Strong, lingering, and distinct from other jasmine varieties like Mysore or Hadagali