Sanskrit: Bahula
English: Large or greater cardamom , Nepal cardamom
Hindi: Bari-elachi
Scientific Name: Amomum subulatum Roxb.
Family: Zingiberaceae
Habit: Herb
Forest type: Temperate to sub-tropical
Flowering Period: March
Fruiting Period: August-September
Chemical Constituents:
An essential oil extracted from the seeds which is rich in cineole.
Occurence:
Grown best between altitudes of 500-1800m.
Description:
Leafy stem, 0.9-1.2m in height , leaves 30-60 by 7.5-10 cm; calyx and corolla tube 2.5cm ; capsule 2.5cm globose, red-brown and densely echinate.
Uses:
The seeds are aromatic and pungent, with a sharp, pleasant taste. It is also used in the preparation of snuff and Agarbatti, an incense stick.
Source: Dutta, I.C. (2007). Non Timber Forest Products of Nepal.
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