Black cardamom is a popular Indian spice which is also called badi elaichi or kali elaichi. It is used in many of the Indian cuisine's signature dishes. It comes in the form of seed pods. They are dark brown to black in color and have a smokey flavor due to the way they are dried. Cardamom is used for its bold and assertive taste in most dishes. Benefits : In traditional Chinese medicine, cardamom is used to treat digestive issues. It is also used to treat symptoms of a cold. Cardamom has anti-inflammatory properties and additionally,it has been shown to help prevent cancer. It helps in digestive issues. It can also be used to treat respiratory problems like asthama. Storage conditions: should be stored in a well-sealed container away from light and heat.