Idukki district in Kerala is famous for cardamom (elaichi) in India. Apart from Kerala, many states grow elaichi, including Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Karnataka.
Kerala has more than 50,000 hectares of land dedicated to the cultivation of cardamom. This Indian state produces an average of 20,000 tonnes of elaichi per year.
This state has about 20,000 hectares of land engaged in the production of cardamom. Sikkim is popular for the large-scale production of black cardamom in India.
The annual cardamom production of Nagaland is about 2133 metric tons. With a land area of more than 3,873 hectares under cultivation, Nagaland is a major elaichi growing state.
Arunachal Pradesh cardamom production is known for its sustainable growth over the years. The state has the ideal condition for large-scale elaichi cultivation.
Karnataka is another major cardamom producing state in India. It contributes to 23 percent of the total elaichi production of the country, making it profitable for farmers.