| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Small, oval-shaped pods containing black seeds |
| Color | Green to brownish-green (for green cardamom) |
| Odor | Strong, aromatic, sweet, and spicy |
| Taste | Warm, slightly sweet and spicy |
| Form | Whole pods, seeds, or powdered form |
| Moisture Content | 8-10% |
| Particle Size | 60-80 mesh (for powdered cardamom) |
| Bulk Density | 0.45-0.50 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water |
| pH (of aqueous solution) | 5.5-6.0 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.85-0.95 |
| Ash Content | 4-6% |