Large Cardamom
Code : P9764

Large cardamom, scientifically known as Amomum subulatum, is a perennial herb with leafy shoots and a reddish-brown, oval-shaped capsule fruit containing many seeds. It is a spice with a strong, aromatic flavor, cultivated in the sub-Himalayan region, particularly Sikkim and the Darjeeling district. Large cardamom is used in both culinary and medicinal applications, with a history tracing back to ancient times. widely used spice, particularly in northern and eastern Indian cuisine, and also in Arab and some Scandinavian cuisines. It is used to flavor vegetables, meat dishes, and various food preparations. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine, with the seeds considered an antidote to snake or scorpion venom and is also used to treat throat troubles, lung congestion, and digestive disorders.