Cardamom is also called the “Queen of Spices”. It is an ornamental plant.
It is one of the most expensive and unique spices in the world.
Nomenclature
| Botanical Name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Elettaria |
| Species | cardamomum |
| Types | Green cardamom, Black cardamom |
Planting Guide
| Flowers | Flower Color: Gold/Yellow, White |
| Fruits | Fruit Color: Black, Brown/Copper |
| Leaves | Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics: Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Collect Seeds | when cardamom begin to dry out a little, pull one to see if it breaks easily. If the fruit peels off easily, you can begin pulling off all of the ripe capsules. |
| Harvest | 120-135 days after its formation |
| Soil Texture | Loam (Silt) |
| Soil Drainage | Moist, Occasional Flooding, Occasionally Wet |
| Soil Chemistry | pH range of 5.5-6.5. |
Cultivation
| Germination | 25-45 days |
| Bloom | 120 days after planting |
Temperature (Climate)
| Temperature | 15°C to 35°C |
| Light | Deep shade (Less than 2 hours to no direct sunlight) |
Health Benefits
✓ Improves Digestive Health
✓ Promotes Heart Health
✓ May Contain Cancer-Fighting
✓ Helps Fight Depression
✓ Fights Asthma
✓ Lowers Blood Pressure Levels
✓ Improves Sexual Health
✓ Prevents Blood Clots
✓ Treats Skin Allergies
✓ May Treat Bad Breath and Prevent Cavities
✓ Improves Hair Health
