Premium Green Cardamom (Elaichi)

Fresh Roots Naturals brings you premium whole green cardamom pods sourced from the cool, misty highlands of the Idukki Cardamom Hills in Kerala, part of the Western Ghats. Known as the Queen of Spices, this cardamom is prized for its sweet, floral aroma, gentle camphor notes, and high essential oil content.

Carefully handpicked from high-altitude farms, these are pure, single-origin Idukki cardamom pods, naturally processed to retain freshness, flavour, and aroma.

• Single-origin — authentic Idukki Cardamom Hills
  
• Naturally rich in cineole for strong aroma
  
• Premium-grade pods with high essential oil content
  
• Naturally vibrant green colour — no artificial polishing
  
• Handpicked at peak maturity
  
• Traditional and modern drying for freshness
  
• 100% pure — no blending, additives, or preservatives

Known across India as:

• Elaichi (Hindi – इलायची)
  
• Elakkai (Malayalam – ഏലക്കായ് / Tamil – ஏலக்காய்)
  

Known globally as:

• Heel (Arabic – هيل)
  
• Cardamome / Kardamom / Cardamomo
  

Different languages, same royal spice — Idukki Cardamom.

Perfect for:

• Biryanis and curries
  
• Chai and coffee
  
• Desserts, kheer, and baking
  
• Homemade spice blends
  

Traditionally valued for:

• Supporting digestion and gut comfort
  
• Freshening breath naturally
  
• Enhancing flavour and aroma in food

Use whole, lightly crushed, or ground to release its full fragrance.

• FSSAI certified
  
• Free from pesticides, artificial colours, and chemicals
  
• Airtight, contamination-free packaging
  
• 100% Authentic Idukki Cardamom Guarantee

Available Sizes:
50g | 100g | 150g | 250g | 500g | 1kg

Shelf Life:
12 months from packaging

Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight

This product is a food ingredient intended for regular culinary use. While cardamom has been traditionally used as part of everyday diets, individual responses may vary.

If you plan to consume this product regularly, in higher quantities, or for specific wellness purposes, please consult a qualified doctor or nutritionist, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are on medication.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Idukki green cardamom is grown in the high-altitude Cardamom Hills of the Western Ghats, Kerala. The cool climate and fertile soil help produce pods with a stronger aroma, higher essential oil content, and superior flavour compared to regular cardamom.

Yes. Fresh Roots Naturals green cardamom pods are 100% natural and suitable for everyday culinary use when consumed in normal quantities. They are commonly used in cooking, chai, coffee, and desserts.

No. These cardamom pods are naturally green and not artificially polished or coloured. Their colour and aroma come from traditional cultivation and careful drying methods.

Whole cardamom pods can be used:

• Directly in biryanis and curries
  
• Crushed for chai and coffee
  
• Ground for desserts, baking, and spice blends

Lightly crushing the pods releases maximum aroma and flavour.

Green cardamom has been traditionally used in Indian cuisine to support digestion and freshen breath. It is valued mainly for its flavour and aromatic qualities in food.

This cardamom is sourced directly from the Idukki Cardamom Hills in Kerala, India, a globally recognised region known for producing premium green cardamom.

Store cardamom pods in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Proper storage helps retain aroma and essential oils for longer.