EXPORT OF GREEN CARDAMOM

INTRODUCTION
Cardamom of commerce is the dried ripe fruit (capsules of cardamom plant) often referred
as the “Queen of Spices” because of its very pleasant aroma and taste. Cardamom is a
perennial, herbaceous, rhizomatous plant. Based on the nature of panicles, three varieties
are recognized viz. Malabar with prostrate panicle, Mysore with erect panicle, and Vazhukka
with semi erect panicle. Plants are of medium size (2 to 3 mtr height) with pubescent leaves
(on the dorsal side) and fruits globose in the case of Malabar, whereas plant robust (3 to 4
mtr height) with leaves glabrous on both sides with ovoid capsules in the case of Mysore.
Guatemala, where the German coffee planter Oscar Majus Kloeffer introduced Indian
cardamom before World War I, has become the biggest producer and exporter of cardamom
in the world, followed by India. Some other countries, such as Sri Lanka, have also begun to
cultivate it. Elettaria pods are light green, while Amomum pods are larger and dark brown.

Benefits of Cardamom Seeds

For Skin:
Cardamom seeds indeed help in cleansing the skin, thereby removing all toxins and giving it
a natural glow.
Cardamom seeds will help in hydrating your skin.
For Hair:
This delectable spice also stretches its merit to your hair’s health. This spice helps in
strengthening the roots, thereby helping you gain strong hair. It is also known to provide
shine and luster to your hair
For Health:
This Queen of Spices offers a plethora of advantages due to its numerous healing
capabilities and medicinal properties.
Cardamom Chewed as a Breath Freshener:
Popping a cardamom pod in your mouth can help get rid of unwanted food smells and give
your breath a nice, fresh odor. It makes a nice change from chewing gum and is great to
chew after a spicy meal.

Uses of cardamom
1. Cardamom Tea
2. Green Cardamom Kulfi
3. cardamom sweet bread
4. cardamom syrup cake
5. Cardamom lamb hotpot
6. Cardamom Honey Syrup recipe
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Harmonized System of Nomenclature Code: 09083130