Cardamom

elletaria cardamomum - distilled from the dried ripe fruit (seeds).  Has a sweet-spicy, warming fragrance with a woody-balsamic undertone.  Has elements of spice, fruit, & seed. Used to flavor pharmaceuticals, extensively as a fragrance in soaps and perfumes. Flavor ingredient in curry and spice products—the most frequently used spice in Indian cuisine and is most often found in Masala curry and chai tea.

CAUTIONS: Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating. Possible sensitizer. Dilute well for topical use. (1–3% topical)Can cause skin irritation if sensitive skin. Not for children under 5 years old, as 1,8 cineole can also cause CNS and breathing problems in young children. Use with caution on children between 5-10 years old.

CHARACTER: "Weaver of Inspiration" Clarifying, Stimulating, Encouraging, Enthusiastic, Refreshing, Invigorating, Stable, Content, Bright, Warm, “Light in Motion”, Faith expressed through action; "Queen of Spices".

ETHERIC COLORS: Sunlit Orange, Green, Blue, Soft Honey Gold, Pink, Violet

NUMBER:  4      

CRYSTAL ALLIES:  Carnelian, Sugilite, Tiger Eye, Lapis Lazuli, Citrine, Sunstone, Labradorite, Amber, Yellow Calcite

CHAKRA:  Solar, Heart, Root  

ELEMENT:  Fire with an airy lift

PERFUME NOTE:  Primarily a middle (heart) note, though its bright initial "sparkle" allows it to function as a top note.

   

ASTROLOGICAL:  Venus & Mercury, Taurus, Sagitarius, Jupiter

MUSIC NOTE:  D major; Bright expansive, sparkling  tones, oboe, clarinet, acoustic guitar, mandolin, wooden flute

ENERGY TYPE:  3 or 2; Warm & Dry

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpene ester

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Clarity, Concentration, Direction, Motivation, Straightforward, Enthusiasm, Confidence, Courage, Purpose

USED FOR HEALING THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Mental stress and fog, Apathy, Confusion, Inflexible, Judgmental, Intolerant, Unreasonable, Burnout, Suspicion, Sluggish, Self-pity, Bewildered, Rigid

USED FOR HEALING THESE PHYSICAL STATES: Anorexia, cramps, indigestion, heartburn, vomiting, Bad breath, edema, bacterial infection, coughs, bronchial congestion

 

PROPERTIES: Aphrodisiac, expectorant, anti-catarrhal

Antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, mild stimulant, decongestant 

BLENDS:  Brave Heart,  Caldera,  Carnelian,   Cinnamon Bears,  Circle of Light,  Desert Serenade,   Dragon Quest,   Gingerbread,   Muladahara,  Princess Bride,

  Red Jasper, Timberline, Vanilla Pie Spice,  Yellowstone,      

     

Blends well with ROSE, ORANGE, BERGAMOT, CINNAMON, CLOVE, CARAWAY, YLANG YLANG, CEDAR, and NEROLI.

Common constituents:  Cineol, terpinyl acetate, limonene, sabinene, linalol, linalyl, pinene, zingberene.)

ARCHETYPES:  LEADER, PIONEER, REBEL, SEEKER, VISIONARY,  THE PRESERVER, JOYFUL EXPLORER, FLAMENCO DANCER, ELOQUENT CHARMER

PERSONALITY: 

+ Allows the spiritual to become interwoven with the physical. Can clear the mind for insights into improving our spiritual welfare.

+ Strong, forthright, stimulating.  You know exactly where you are with them.  Naturally optimistic.

+ No hidden motives. Instills inspiration in others.

+ Believes in fairness and justice. Good teacher.

+ Wears an air of detachment as if nothing worries them.

+ Financially careful, probably frugal.  Never gets into any shady deals.

+ Likes to have a few pennies tucked away for impulse buys.

+ Loves flattery.  Can be passionate, and love romance, possibly dreaming up crazy and exciting things to do. They uplift rooms without overpowering them.

+ Never dull.  Leads interesting life, everything seems like an adventure.

+ Can be strict with their children.  May expect them to be carbon copies of themselves.

+ Warm but refined.

-If negative, mostly suffers mental stress that can make them apathetic.

-Can become suspicious of everyone who tries to help.

-If steamed, they go for the jugular.

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(Updated March 13, 2026)