Cardamom

Latin Name: Elettaria cardamomum

Description of Appearance: Cardamom plant is a perennial herb with tall, narrow leaves and small clusters of white flowers. The seeds are contained within small, pod-like fruits.

Common Names:

Cardamom
Green Cardamom
True Cardamom

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Antimicrobial Properties

Active Ingredients: Chemical compounds like cineol, terpinen-4-ol, and borneol

Part Of Plant Used: Seeds

Preperation Method: Can be used in oil form for its antimicrobial effects

Digestive Issues

Active Ingredients: Essential oils such as terpinyl acetate, limonene, and cineol

Part Of Plant Used: Seeds

Preperation Method: Often used in powder form or as a tea for digestive relief

Respiratory Health

Active Ingredients: Compounds like 1,8-cineole

Part Of Plant Used: Seeds

Preperation Method: Inhalation of the essential oil or inclusion in herbal remedies for respiratory issues