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| Botonical Name | : | ElettariaCardamomum |
| CAS # | : | 8000-66-6 |
| Country of Origin | : | India |
| Color & Odor | : | Colorless to pale yellow &Pleasant warm, spicy aroma. |
| Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
| Specific Gravity | : | 0.9100 - 0.9250 @ 20° C |
| Optical Rotation | : | +18° to +38° |
| Refractive Index | : | 1.4600 - 1.4700 @ 20°C |
| Flash Point | : | >100°C |
| Major Constituents | : | 1,8-Cineole, Terpinyl acetate |
| Plant Part Used | : | Seeds |
| Extraction Method | : | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION: It is obtained via steam distillation method from the seeds of cardamom prior to its ripening period. The extracted oil has pleasant and pungent fragrance of spice. Its smell reminds about balsam. The translucent light yellow color oil of cardamom has light viscosity level. It is used as an essential part of Asian cuisines.
CONSTITUENTS:Alpha-Pinene, Camphene, D-Limonene, 1,8-Cineole, Terpinyl acetate, Sabinene.
AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:The top note fragrance of this oil has long lasting spicy and sweet aroma that resembles to balsamic smell.
BLENDS WITH:Cardamom Seed Oil is compatible with other essential oils of cedar wood, orange, rose, cinnamon, cloves and bergamot.
COMMON NAMES:This oil is commonly referred as Elaichi oil.
USES:It helps to relieve discomfort in stomach and gets rid of heartburn. Its stimulating properties are used to treat sexual arousal disorder and impotency. The expectorant attributes of this essential oil are beneficial for treating cough. The soothing aroma of this oil has refreshing effect on mind and body.
