作者: Y. P. S. Bajaj , B. R. Reghunath , P. K. Gopalakrishnan
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-77004-3_9
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摘要: Cardamom is a polymorphic species of the monotypic genus Elettaria. True cardamom or lesser monocot belonging to family Zingiberaceae under natural order Scitaminae. The varietal status true has been designated as Elettaria cardamomum var. (syn. minor Watt; minuscula Burkhill, Purseglove 1975). seeds, contained in dried fruits (capsules) and possessing characteristic pleasant aroma, are commerce. Rosengarter (1969) ranked third costliest spice world. In India it second most important next black pepper (Pruthi 1979).