Description

Handpicked from forest vines that grow naturally amidst trees, this wild black pepper from the Nilgiris is among the purest you can find. Each berry is collected by the Kattunayakan and Paniya tribes using traditional methods that preserve both the plant and its ecosystem. Key Features: • 100% naturally grown in forest environments • Sun-dried and sorted by hand • Strong aroma with sharp, earthy flavor • No chemical fertilizers or artificial drying • Directly benefits tribal forest gatherers Pricing: ₹350 per 200 g Specifications: • Variety: Piper nigrum (Nilgiris variety) • Harvest: Forest-grown (non-cultivated) • Form: Whole peppercorns • Color: Deep black with glossy finish • Packaging: 200 gm paper tins • Shelf Life: 18 months • Origin: Kattunayakan & Paniya tribal forests, Nilgiris The Story Behind Nilgiris Tribal Spices The Kattunayakan and Paniya tribes are among the oldest inhabitants of the Nilgiris. Traditionally forest dwellers, they possess deep knowledge of wild plants, honey, herbs, and spices. Their spice-gathering practices are rooted in sustainability — they harvest only mature crops, leaving younger plants untouched to ensure forest regeneration. For generations, these tribes have traded their wild produce with neighboring communities like the Todas and Kurumbas, forming an interdependent ecosystem of sharing and survival. Today, TNTribalMart helps preserve this balance by connecting these forest communities to ethical markets. Every pack of Nilgiris Tribal Spices you purchase supports fair income, biodiversity protection, and tribal self-reliance — a true taste of nature’s legacy. ✨ From the forests of Nilgiris to your kitchen – Authentic. Traceable. Genuine.