Cardamom small is one of the oldest spices known and is widely popular in countries like India , Sri Lanka and Middle East . It is mainly used in rice preparations and spicing of beverages like coffee and tea. Its strong aroma enhances the taste of delicious dishes of meat, chicken and beef. Though expensive but only a small quantity of this exotic spice is required to get the savouring fragrance.

Better known as Choti Elaichi in Hindi, Elettaria cardamomum (scientific named) is from the Maton Zingiberaceae family. Its medicinal properties help in curing of Cough and Cold, Diarrhoea, Dysentry, indigestion and nausea.