| Property | Specification |
| Scientific Name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Common Name | Cardamom |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial Herbaceous Plant |
| Fruit Type | Capsule (Pod) |
| Seed Shape | Oval or Elliptical |
| Seed Size | 3-5 mm (length) |
| Seed Color | Green (fresh), Brown (dried) |
| Pod Size | 2-4 cm (length) |
| Pod Shape | Triangular, elongated |
| Pod Color | Green when fresh, Brown when dried |
| Aroma | Strong, sweet, and aromatic |
| Taste | Spicy, sweet, and slightly bitter |
| Moisture Content | 8-10% (for dried cardamom) |
| Density | 0.6-0.9 g/cm³ (for dried seeds) |
| Oil Content | 5-8% (volatile essential oils) |
