Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni shows responsibility, friendship and the ability to maintain long-lasting relationships.
- Ruling planet
- Sun · dasha 6 years
- Deity
- Aryaman
- Symbol
- The back legs of a bed
- Gana
- Manushya (human)
- Yoni
- Cow
- Nadi
- Aadi (Vata)
- Zodiac span
- Simha (Leo) 26°40′ – Kanya (Virgo) 10°
Nature of people born in Uttara Phalguni
Reputation tends to come through supporting and serving others.
The four padas of Uttara Phalguni
| Pada | Sign | Degrees | Navamsha | Name syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simha (Leo) | 26°40′ – 30° | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Te |
| 2 | Kanya (Virgo) | 0° – 3°20′ | Makara (Capricorn) | To |
| 3 | Kanya (Virgo) | 3°20′ – 6°40′ | Kumbha (Aquarius) | Pa |
| 4 | Kanya (Virgo) | 6°40′ – 10° | Meena (Pisces) | Pi |
The dasha sequence
For people born in Uttara Phalguni the Vimshottari dashas run in this order:
- Sun 6 yrs
- Moon 10 yrs
- Mars 7 yrs
- Rahu 18 yrs
- Jupiter 16 yrs
- Saturn 19 yrs
- Mercury 17 yrs
- Ketu 7 yrs
- Venus 20 yrs
The balance of the first dasha depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the nakshatra at birth — use the tool for exact dates.
In porondam matching
In porondam / kundli matching the gana (Manushya (human)), yoni (Cow) and nadi (Aadi (Vata)) of Uttara Phalguni are compared with the partner's nakshatra. A full match needs both birth details.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Uttara Phalguni nakshatra?
Uttara Phalguni is ruled by Sun. People born in it start their Vimshottari cycle with the Sun dasha (6 years in full); the balance at birth depends on the Moon's degree.
What are the gana, yoni and nadi of Uttara Phalguni?
Uttara Phalguni: Manushya (human) gana, Cow yoni, Aadi (Vata) nadi. These are used in porondam / kundli matching (the gana, yoni and nadi kootas).
Which naming syllables go with Uttara Phalguni?
Traditionally, by pada (Avakahada chakra): 1 — Te · 2 — To · 3 — Pa · 4 — Pi.
This page gives general information from traditional Vedic astrology. For important decisions, have your full chart read by a qualified astrologer.