Botany, traditional uses, phytochemistry and biological activities of cardamom [Elettaria cardamomum (L.) Maton] - A critical review
Abstract
This critical review of small cardamom [Elettaria cardamomum] covers its botany, traditional use for asthma, oral and digestive disorders, its 1,8-cineole and alpha-terpinyl-acetate-rich essential oil, and its antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, gastroprotective and cardiovascular activities.
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How to cite
Ashokkumar, K., Murugan, M., Dhanya, M.K. and Warkentin, T.D (2019) 'Botany, traditional uses, phytochemistry and biological activities of cardamom [Elettaria cardamomum (L.) Maton] - A critical review', Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 246, pp. 112244. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2019.112244
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