In this article we will discuss about:- 1. History of Cardamom 2. Distribution and Cultivation of Cardamom 3. Propagation 4. Harvesting 5. Drying and Curing 6. Chemical Composition. Contents: History of Cardamom Distribution and Cultivation of Cardamom Propagation of Cardamom Harvesting of Cardamom Drying and Curing with Cardamom Chemical Composition of Cardamom 1. History of Cardamom: Elettaria cardamomum Maton; English—Lesser [...]
The following points highlight the top eight spices obtained from seeds. The spices are: 1. Bengal Cardamom 2. White Mustard 3. Indian Mustard 4. Black Mustard 5. Black Cumin 6. Poppy Seeds 7. Pomegranate 8. Fenugreek. Spice # 1. Bengal Cardamom: Amomum aromaticum Roxb; English—Bengal cardamom, Nepal cardamom; Hindi—Bari elaichi; Marathi— Veldode; Family—Zingiberaceae. It is a perennial herb, grown in [...]
Here is a list of top fifteen species found in India:- 1. Asafoetida 2. Black Pepper 3. Capsicum 4. Cardamom 5. Celery 6. Cinnamon 7. Clove 8. Coriander 9. Cumin 10. Ginger 11. Fennel 12. Fenugreek 13. Nutmeg 14. Tejpat 15. Turmeric. Spice # 1. Asafoetida: Botanical name: Ferula asafoetida Family: Apiaceae. Vernacular: Hindi— Hing, Telugu—Inguva; Plant part used: Gum [...]