Common Name | Cardamom |
Scientific Name | Elettaria cardamomum |
Shape | Small, triangular pods |
Size (Length) | 1–2 cm |
Color | Light green to pale yellow |
Texture | Smooth, firm pod exterior |
Aroma | Strong, sweet, aromatic |
Taste | Sweet, spicy, slightly eucalyptus-like |
Moisture Content | 8–10% (dried pods) |
Density | Approximately 0.6–0.7 g/cm³ |
Internal Structure | Contains small black seeds |
Shelf Life (dried pods) | 1–2 years (if stored properly) |