Cardamom
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Country Of Origin : India
Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), known as the “Queen of Spices,” is one of the most aromatic and prized spices in the world. It is renowned for its sweet, floral flavor and intense fragrance, making it a premium ingredient in both culinary and medicinal applications.
Primarily cultivated in India (Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) and Guatemala, green cardamom is used in tea blends, desserts, curries, spice mixes, and confectionery, as well as in perfumes and traditional medicine for its digestive and anti-inflammatory properties.
At Thota Consumer Products, we offer superior-grade green cardamom that is handpicked, sun-dried, and sorted with high precision to ensure maximum flavor and shelf life. We supply a variety of grades based on size and color:
Bold 8mm+
Super Bold 7.5–8mm
Mixed Grades 6–7mm
Split/Lower Grades (on request)
🌿 Green Cardamom Description
Green cardamom is a highly aromatic spice made from the small seed pods of the plant Elettaria cardamomum, a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). Known as the “Queen of Spices”, it is prized for its sweet, floral, and slightly citrusy flavor and is one of the most expensive spices by weight.
🔍 Botanical & General Information
Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Common Names: Green Cardamom, Choti Elaichi (Hindi), Elakkai (Tamil), Ilaichi, Cardamome Verte (French)
Family: Zingiberaceae
Origin: Native to the Western Ghats of India; also grown in Guatemala, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania
🧂 Physical Description
Form: Small, oval-shaped pods with ridged outer shells
Color: Bright green to pale green (varies by grade and drying method)
Size: 6–8 mm in diameter, length up to 20 mm
Flavor: Sweet, minty, floral, and warm
Aroma: Strong, fresh, and slightly spicy with eucalyptus undertones
Seeds Inside: Small black-brown seeds with high oil content
🍴 Culinary Uses
Used in: Desserts, teas (chai), biryanis, spice blends (e.g., garam masala), and savory curries
Global cuisines: Indian, Middle Eastern, Nordic, and Arabic sweets & drinks
Other Uses: Flavoring in coffee, liqueurs, baked goods, and chewing gums
🏥 Health Benefits
Aids digestion and relieves gas
Freshens breath (natural mouth freshener)
Has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
May help control blood pressure and improve circulation
🌾 Main Grades (Indian Origin)
Bold/Extra Bold (8mm+)
Super Bold
AGEB: Alleppey Green Extra Bold
AGB: Alleppey Green Bold
AGF: Alleppey Green Fancy
Graded by size, color, and aroma retention
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: Laminated pouches, vacuum packs, jute/poly bags (1kg–50kg)
Shelf Life: 12–24 months
Storage: Airtight, cool, dry place away from light and moisture to preserve color and aroma