Cardamom of commerce is the dried ripe fruit (capsules of cardamom plant) often referred as the 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. with erect , and with semi erect panicles. Plants are of medium size (2 to 3 mtr height) with pubescent leaves (on the dorsal side) and fruits globose in the case of , whereas plant robust (3 to 4 mtr height) with leaves on both sides with ovoid capsules in the case of . variety is a mix of both the above in physical characteristics.
cardamom is offered to the international markets in different grades: Alleppey Green Extra Bold (AGEB), Alleppey Green Bold(AGB) and Alleppey Green Superior (AGS) are names that register instant appeal worldwide. Cardamom oil is a precious ingredient in food preparations, perfumery, health foods medicines and beverages. India, a traditional exporter of cardamom to the where it goes mostly into the preparation of a strong cardamom coffee concoction without which no day is complete or no hospitality hearty for an Arab. Indian cardamom enjoys a premium preference in the who relish it for its distinct enriching properties.
