Turmeric

Turmeric, scientifically known as Curcuma longa of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae is considered as a miracle or golden spice. The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4000 years to the Vedic culture in India, where it was used as a culinary spice and had some religious significance. According to Sanskrit medical treatises and Ayurvedic and Unani systems, turmeric has a long history of medicinal use in South Asia as well. Modern in vitro studies reveal that turmeric is a potent antioxidant 1, anti-inflammatory 1, antimutagenic 2, antimicrobial 3, anticancer 4 and anti-retroviral (anti-HIV/AIDS) agent 5&6. It has been used as a cure in treating Hypertension, Diabetes, Kidney ailments, Heart disorders, Prostate enlargement, Gastric disorders, Arthiritis, Respiratory illnesses, Erectile dysfunction and Neuro disorders, Menstrual disorders 6.

It is extensively used as an immunity booster and improves endurance. In a recent study, it was found that turmeric is just as effective as well as a safer alternative to treating major depressive disorder (MDD) 7.

We supply exclusive varieties of turmeric from India. Each variety has a distinct medicinal, culinary and cosmetic use as well as much higher curcumin content (5%-11%) than the other variants in the market.

Ginger

Ginger, scientifically known as Zingiber officinale, a common spice that was considered a luxury more than 5,000 years ago, has a very rich history. Ginger first appeared in the southern parts of the ancient China. From there, it spread to India, Maluku Islands (so-called Spice Islands), rest of the Asia and West Africa. Europe saw ginger for the first time in the 1st century when the ancient Romans traded it with India. When the Rome fell, Europe forgot about ginger until Marco Polo brought it again from his travel to the East. In the Middle Ages, a price of a half a kilogram of ginger was the same as of one sheep. In the 15th century, with the rediscovery of the New World, Ginger was brought to the Caribbean where it started to grow with ease. Today, India is the largest producer of ginger in the world.

Besides being a staple spice in all India and South Asian cuisine, Ginger contains Gingerol, which imparts the medicinal values to it. It is a popular warming spice and works wonders in treating ailments like dyspepsia 8, gastroparesis 9, constipation 10, colic 11, flu 12, migraine 13, chemotherapy related nausea 14, post-surgery nausea 15 and flatulence 10. Some of our Ginger varieties is being used traditionally as a blood purifier 16, aphrodisiac 17, anti diabetic 17, anti cancerous 17, immunity and performance booster 17, anti oxidant 17, antiviral 17, anti inflammatory 17 medication. Research also indicates positive effects of some variants of Ginger in treating Hypertension 18, Kidney ailments 17, Heart disorders 17, Prostate enlargement 17, Edema 17, Anamemia 18, Alziemers 17 and Respiratory illnesses 17.

We supply exclusive varieties from India. Each variety has a distinct use in culinary as well as medicinal purpose.

Chillies

Chilies, scientifically known as Capsicum annuum L and Capsicum frutescens L, are hot tasting tropical berries. The origin of chilies is believed to be as old as 7000 B.C. used in Mexico. Despite the claim that Chili was brought to the rest of the world by Christopher Columbus who discovered America in 1493, indigenous varieties of chilly like Bhoot Jholakia, have been growing in the north eastern region of India for thousands of years.

Chilli is considered as one of the best spices used in Kitchen. Chillies are used in cooking, pickles and chutney. Red chillies are used as dried as well as powder both in vegetarian and no-vegetarian cooking. Due to its universal use, it is known as “the Queen of Spices

Chillies contain capsaicin, which makes it useful to treat diarrhoea 19, pain and sprain 20, numbness 21, high cholesterol 22, diabetes 23, scurvy 24, inflammation 25, migraine 21, sinusitis 26 and sleep apnoea 27. Red Chillies contain high amounts of Vitamin B, C and provitamin A. Both Red and green chillies are very high in potassium, magnesium and iron and have been traditionally used as safe alternatives to treat deficiencies.

We supply local indigenous varieties which include Bhoot Jholakia (ghost pepper), one of the hottest peppers in the world topping over 1 Million SHU (Scoville Heat Units),and Bird's eye Chilly. Both variants have much higher capsaicin content than other variants in the market.

Peppers

Pepper, scientifically known as Piper nigrum is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, known as a peppercorn, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning. There are three types of peppercorns – black, green, and white. Native to Southern India, today pepper is grown throughout the tropics. Archaeological evidence of people using pepper goes back to at least 2000 BC in India. It is known that pepper was exported, but to what extent remains a mystery. Trade routes have been found to ancient Egypt, Rome, Arabia, Venice, Portugal, and England. As the British Empire rose in prominence in the tropics, it eventually took control of the spice trade with commercial groups like the British East India Company, supported by its dominant military.

It has been used all around the world in food, medicine and cosmetic applications.

An ounce of this spice has a lot to offer. It is a great source of magnesium, vitamin K, iron, and fibre. It contains the essential oil piperine, which, when used in aromatherapy, helps ease aching muscles. Pepper also possesses antibacterial, antioxidant, immune-boosting, and fever-reducing properties. It revitalizes hair 28, exfoliates the skin 29, fights wrinkles 30, helps treats diabetes 30, improves fertility in men 31, enhances brain health 32, fights infections 33, has antioxidant benefits 33, relieves cough and cold 34, promotes weight loss 35, regulates hypertension 36, prevents and fights cancer 30, improves digestive health 32, cures vitiligo 37, and treats inflammatory arthritis 38. According to studies, pepper can also help individuals quit smoking and is actively used in smoking cessation treatments.

We offer all unique varieties growing in India.

Cardamoms

Cardamom, scientifically known as Elettaria cardamomum (green), Amomum subulatum (large and black), is a spice made from the seeds of several plants in the genera Elettaria and Amomum in the family Zingiberaceae.

There were originally three varieties of cardamom. Of the two remaining genera of the ginger family, green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), and also known as true cardamom, is popular from India to Malaysia. The other, Amomum subulatum, is mainly used in Asia and Australia and is also commonly known as black, brown, Java, Bengal, Siamese, white, or red cardamom. Both genera are native to the Indian subcontinent and Indonesia.

They are recognized by their small seed pods: triangular in cross-section and spindle-shaped, with a thin, papery outer shell and small, black seeds; Elettaria pods are light green and smaller, while Amomum pods are larger and dark brown. The use of cardamom has grown tremendously since the early 1800s. It is traditionally used in curing erectile dysfunction 39, improving gastrointestinal health 40, curing UTI’s 41, cures Kidney ailments 42, cures Respiratory and Heart ailments 42. It is high on antiviral and anti-bacterial 43 properties, helps in improving oral health 44 and prevents and fights cancer 45. The essential oil and oleoresin (a naturally occurring mixture of resin and oil) are used in perfume, and in the kitchen, cardamom is used for a variety of dishes from main courses and soups such as rice and curry, to desserts, drinks, and pastries.

We offer unique varieties of Green and Large cardamoms in dry form with or without tail.

We have identified more than 50 varieties of rare herbs which are known for their medicinal and aromatic uses at North East India. The primary ones are listed below. We can send you a complete list as well if you may be interested.

Ginger Lily, scientifically known as Hedychium Coronarium, also known as White Ginger or Butterfly Ginger, is a native of India. The whole plant is consumed for various benefits. Its flower yields high quality essential oil for perfumes. The seed is aromatic, carminative and stomachic. Its root is used for its anti-rheumatic, excitant, febrifuge and anti-inflammatory properties. The extract of the roots helps in treating bronchitis. The basal part is used for treatment of throat ailments. Its leaves are used to treat abdominal pain.

Pressure Patta, scientifically known as Clerodendrum colebrookianum, is one of the many Indian medicinal and aromatic plants, which is extensively used by the traditional healers. Clerodendrum colebrookianum, Walp (Family, Verbenaceae) is one of such important medicinal plants, widely used by the local people as a home remedy for managing high blood pressure and helminthic infections.

Nayantora, scientifically known as Catharanthus roseus, is a short-lived plant, mainly cultivated by the local farmers for its medicinal and ornamental properties. Some of its alkaloids are approved as antineoplastic agents to treat Leukaemia, Hodgkin’s disease, malignant lymphomas, neuroblastoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, Wilms’ tumour, and other cancers. Its vasodilating and memory-enhancing properties have experimentally been indicated to alleviate vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The plant also has anti-hypertensive and anti-spasmodic properties. Indian Ayurvedic medicines prepared from the stem, leaves and roots of the plant are used to treat diabetes, hypertension, asthma, gastro-intestinal problems. Europeans used the plant for minor ailments like headache to a remedy for diabetes.

Punarnava (Hogweed), scientifically known as Boerhavia diffusa L, literally means ‘bring back to life’ or ‘renewer’. It is a creeper that grows wild in India throughout the year but dries during the summer. It bears small fleshy leaves, small reddish pink flowers and fruits in winter. It is bitter in taste and has cooling effect. It has very high medicinal value. Punarnava corrects the digestive system, alleviates fluid retention and very useful in managing heart diseases. Punarnava also benefits in anaemia, hernia and respiratory distress. Punarnava can also be taken in liver problems and managing lipids and cholesterol in healthy limits.

Research References:

SPICES

Turmeric

Ginger

Chillies

Peppers

Cardamoms

Herbs

We are registered with