The Elettaria cardamomum is a perennial plant part of the Zingiberaceae family. It is native to India. It loves the moist environment of the forest, growing up to about 4 meters tall. Cardamom is characterized with fleshy underground roots like ginger, long silky leaves like blades, and yellowish flowers with a purple tip.

Commonly added to traditional Indian sweets and teas because of its distinct cool and minty aroma and flavor.  Cardamom is also used for respiratory and digestive support as well as for soothing various aches and pains.

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum

Origin: India

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Plant Part: Seed

Aroma: Sweet & Woody

Note: M

Blending Factor: 4

Consistency: Thin

Color: Clear

Blends Well With: Bergamot, Cedarwood (Atlas or Himalayan), Cinnamon (Leaf), Clove (Bud), Orange (Sweet), Rosemary.

Main Constituents: α-Terpinyl acetate, 1, 8-cineole, Linalyl acetate

Kid Safe: May be used by children 10+

Pregnancy Safe: No

Breastfeeding Safe: No

Cat Safe: Yes

Dog Safe: Yes

Sun Safe: Yes

Dilution Rate: 5% 

Shelf Life: 4 Years

More safety info: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided. Shelf life of 3 years.