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Elettaria cardamomum

Commonly known as the Cardamom plant, this is an herbaceous perennial grown for its lush foliage and fruit. The dark green leaves are long and held off long stems. Colourful orange and red flowers are borne in spring and give rise to clusters of green berries in summer. The fruit and seeds within are often used as a spice in cooking, particularly curries. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide, though can be cut back as necessary. This plant thrives in hot and shaded conditions on soils that dont dry dont out. It is not tolerant of frost or fluctuating temperatures and for this reason it is often grown indoors. In warmer climates it can be grown outdoors. The Cardamom plant is commonly included in tropical gardens, grown indoors as a potted plant, or grown specifically for its spicy fruits.

Elettaria cardamomum lush green foliage.
Elettaria cardamomum seed pods.
The average plant height is 55 cm
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Suited to regions:Subtropical
Plant type:Perennials
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Culinary, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku17553

Elettaria cardamomum Details

Commonly known as the Cardamom plant, this is an herbaceous perennial grown for its lush foliage and fruit. The dark green leaves are long and held off long stems. Colourful orange and red flowers are borne in spring and give rise to clusters of green berries in summer. The fruit and seeds within are often used as a spice in cooking, particularly curries. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide, though can be cut back as necessary. This plant thrives in hot and shaded conditions on soils that dont dry dont out. It is not tolerant of frost or fluctuating temperatures and for this reason it is often grown indoors. In warmer climates it can be grown outdoors. The Cardamom plant is commonly included in tropical gardens, grown indoors as a potted plant, or grown specifically for its spicy fruits.

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