Ellettaria cardamomum
Our cardamom essential oil is steam distilled from seeds of the perennial cardamom plant, also known as the Queen of Spice, often cultivated beneath the shaded canopy of forests in rural India.
Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Main Constituents:
1,8-Cineole: 38.2%
Terpinyl acetate: 43.8%
Botanical Family: Zingiberaceae
Chemical Family: Esters, Oxides
Plant Part: Seeds
Origin: India
Processing Method: Steam Distilled
Aroma: Sweet, warm, fresh, spicy,
Color: Clear to Pale Yellow
Aroma Classification: Top Note with strong aroma
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Grapefruit, Lemon, May Chang, Orange, Patchouli, Ylang-Ylang
Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with the eyes should be avoided.
