THOGAI’S-”BODI ELAKAI”- ஏலக்காய்/AMOMUM CARDAMOMUM/CARDAMOME/CARDAMOME NOIRE/ELACHI/CARDAMOM
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THOGAI’S-”BODI ELAKAI”- ஏலக்காய்/AMOMUM CARDAMOMUM/CARDAMOME/CARDAMOME NOIRE/ELACHI/CARDAMOM

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1.THOGAI BRAND IS THE PRODUCT ORIENTED COMPANY, WE ARE GETTING THE PRODUCTS DIRECTLY FROM FARMERS.SO ITS NOT SUBJECTED TO ANY FILTERATION BECAUSE OF LOOSING ORIGINALITY.ITS 100% ORGANIC, NON-GMO (NON-GENETICALLY MODIFIES ORGANISM) AND 100% VEGEN.

2.WHAT IS IT: ELAKKAI CULTIVATES MANY REGIONS IN THIS WORLD.IN THIS ELAKKAI CULTIVAED IN BODI REGION.THIS BODI ELAKKAI HAS MORE FRAGRANCE AND TASTE, THEN COMPARED TO OTHERS.

3.WHOM WILL USE: IT’S A UNISEX (BOTH MEN AND WOMEN) CONSUMABLE PRODUCT.

4.HOW TO USE: USED FOR COOKING.

5.WHAT HAPPENED TO USE IT: BLACK CARDAMOM IS A POPULAR INDIAN SPICE, CALLED BADI ELAICHI OR KALI ELAICHI, THAT IS USED IN MANY OF THE CUISINE'S SIGNATURE DISHES.

6.SIDE EFFECTS: PROVERB-TOO MUCH OF ANYTHING IS GOOD FOR NOTHING. IF THERE IS ANY DOUBTS/PREGNANCY WOMENS, SHOULD BE TAKEN UNDER MEDICAL SUPERVISION

7.THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE NOT EVALUATED BY ANY GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS.THE ABOVE HINTS AND GUIDANCE ARE TAKEN FROM SIDDHA BOOK.

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? ELAKKAI – PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Elakkai refers to the aromatic dried seed pods of the cardamom plant, botanically known as Elettaria cardamomum. It is one of the most prized spices in the world, often called the “Queen of Spices.”

Elakkai is widely used in Siddha, Ayurveda, Unani, as well as in South Indian, Middle Eastern, and global cuisines. It is valued for its sweet aroma, warming yet gentle nature, and digestive benefits.

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? Product Details (Typical)

  • Product Name: Elakkai

  • Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum

  • Part Used: Dried fruit pods (seeds inside)

  • Form: Whole pods / Seeds / Powder

  • Colour: Green to light green (premium), pale green to yellow (aged)

  • Taste: Sweet, mildly pungent

  • Aroma: Strong, sweet, refreshing

  • Nature: Mildly warming

  • Category: Spice / Medicinal seed pod

  • Shelf Life:

    • Whole pods: 2–3 years

    • Powder: 1–2 years (airtight storage)


? Traditional Uses (Food & Folk)

⚠️ Based on traditional Siddha & household practices (not medical advice)

? Digestive & Appetite Support

  • Used to relieve gas, bloating, indigestion

  • Chewed after meals for freshness

? Breath & Oral Care

  • Naturally freshens breath

  • Used in traditional mouth fresheners

? Respiratory Comfort

  • Used in remedies for cough, cold, throat irritation

  • Often combined with milk or herbal decoctions

? Culinary Use

  • Used in sweets, tea, coffee, curries, biryani

  • Enhances aroma and flavor


? OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS

? Botanical / Scientific Name

  • Elettaria cardamomum

? Regional & Language Names

Language Name
Tamil ஏலக்காய் (Elakkai)
English Green cardamom
Hindi इलायची (Elaichi – green)
Sanskrit एला (Ela)
Telugu యాలకులు (Yalakulu)
Kannada ಏಲಕ್ಕಿ (Elakki)
Malayalam ഏലക്ക (Elakka)
Urdu الائچی (Elaichi)
Arabic هيل (Hail)

?️ Trade / Market Names

  • Green cardamom

  • Small cardamom

  • Elakkai pods

  • True cardamom

? Note: Different from Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum), which is larger and smoky in aroma.


? Common Traditional Preparations

  • Whole pods: Chewed or added to tea

  • Powder: Used in sweets and medicines

  • Infusion: Added to milk or decoctions

  • Spice blends: Garam masala, chai masala


? Summary

  • Elakkai = Green cardamom

  • Aromatic, sweet, gentle warming spice

  • Used for digestion, breath freshness & cooking

  • Common in Siddha, Ayurveda & cuisines

  • Known by many names across India and beyond

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