Cardamom Ginger is a lush, clumping perennial known for its broad, aromatic leaves and elegant arching stems. While its flowers are small and delicate—white with purple and yellow markings—the plant is prized for its fragrant seed pods, used worldwide as the spice cardamom. Growing 4–10 ft tall, it thrives in rich soil, consistent moisture, and partial shade, making it ideal for tropical gardens, edible landscapes, or specialty spice collections.
Elettaria cardamomum
Native to the evergreen rainforests of South India and Sri Lanka
Best suited for USDA Zones 10–12. A true tropical species: sensitive to cold and frost.
Buy 2 or more 2 gallon $18 each
Cardamom Ginger is a lush, clumping perennial known for its broad, aromatic leaves and elegant arching stems. While its flowers are small and delicate—white with purple and yellow markings—the plant is prized for its fragrant seed pods, used worldwide as the spice cardamom. Growing 4–10 ft tall, it thrives in rich soil, consistent moisture, and partial shade, making it ideal for tropical gardens, edible landscapes, or specialty spice collections.
Elettaria cardamomum
Native to the evergreen rainforests of South India and Sri Lanka
Best suited for USDA Zones 10–12. A true tropical species: sensitive to cold and frost.
Buy 2 or more 2 gallon $18 each