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True Cardamom

About True Cardamom

Green cardamom, the most commonly used cardamom is a plant in the ginger family. Its seeds and pods are used to flavor dishes and drinks.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Elettaria cardamomum

Genus

Elettaria

Family

Zingiberaceae

Order

Zingiberales

Also known as

Green Cardamom

How to care for True Cardamom

💦 Water

How often to water your True Cardamom

True Cardamom needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Green Cardamom in your home

True Cardamom may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of True Cardamom in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize True Cardamom

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for True Cardamom: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your True Cardamom after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

True Cardamom can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Green Cardamom →

Common Green Cardamom Problems →

💦 Water Needs

True Cardamom prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Green Cardamom Water Frequency →

Green Cardamom Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

True Cardamom may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Green Cardamom Light Requirements →

Green Cardamom Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Green Cardamom Toxicity to Cats →

Green Cardamom Toxicity to Dogs →

Green Cardamom Toxicity to Humans →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
True Cardamom can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Green Cardamom Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.