The prestigious Kodaikanal Malai Poondu (Hill Garlic) has been officially recognized with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag – GI: 616, Registration No: 346. This special garlic is grown only in the high-altitude regions of Kodaikanal, located in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district, India. Unlike ordinary garlic varieties that mature within three months, Kodaikanal Hill Garlic requires nearly five months for cultivation, which enriches it with exceptional medicinal properties, strong flavor, and superior quality.

One of the most remarkable features of this garlic is its nutritional richness and extended shelf life. While normal garlic can be stored for about three months, Kodaikanal Malai Poondu lasts from six to eleven months without losing its natural goodness. Its unique qualities have earned it the support reference number AU/19428/GI/616/2, making it a globally recognized symbol of heritage, purity, and pride for Tamil Nadu.

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