Mattu gulla

[3] Apart from Matti, it is grown in surrounding villages like Pangala, Kopla and Kaipunjal.

[3] Mattu gulla is green in colour, unlike the purple brinjals grown in other places.

[5] Mattu gulla is a widely used vegetable in Udupi cuisine especially the sambar.

[3][6] Mattu gulla obtained the Geographical Indication tag in 2011 for its unusual and unique taste and exclusive location of production.

[4] The production of Mattu gulla decreased in recent years due to various reasons such as pest attacks and advent of genetically modified brinjal.