Amomum Collection

Amomum, vochya, callisia, tapanhuacanga, portlandia, fransin
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816. Page one of sixteen pages

Yellow flowers and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus
5855620 Yellow flowers and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus; (add.info.: Yellow flowers and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus)

Ginger plant and root tuber, Zingiber officinale
5856567 Ginger plant and root tuber, Zingiber officinale; (add.info.: Ginger plant and root tuber, Amomum zingiber, Zingiber officinale)

Zedoary or white turmeric, Turmeric zedoaria 1, flower a, leaf b, and grains of paradise, Aframomum melegueta 2
FLO4574500 Zedoary or white turmeric, Turmeric zedoaria 1, flower a, leaf b, and grains of paradise, Aframomum melegueta 2

Ginger root
5855186 Ginger root; (add.info.: Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science, " Florence, Italy, 1837)

Cardamom tree, seed, pod, Amomum cardamomum
5856569 Cardamom tree, seed, pod, Amomum cardamomum; (add.info.: Cardamom tree, seed, pod, Amomum cardamomum. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T)

Rhizome and fruit of the round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour. (Sauzuku)
5855615 Rhizome and fruit of the round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour. (Sauzuku).; (add.info.: Rhizome and fruit of the round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour. (Sauzuku). Aromatic herb

Yellow flowers, root, seeds and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus
5855621 Yellow flowers, root, seeds and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus; (add.info.: Yellow flowers, root, seeds and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus, Amomum arboreum Lour)

Root and seeds of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall. (Shukushamitsu)
5855619 Root and seeds of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall. (Shukushamitsu); (add.info.: Root, seeds, flowers and green leaves of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall)

Brown flowers and leaves of wild Siamese cardamom
5855618 Brown flowers and leaves of wild Siamese cardamom; (add.info.: Brown flowers and green leaves of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall)

Green leaves of round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour
5855614 Green leaves of round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour.; (add.info.: Green leaves of round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour)

Narrow leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale
5856763 Narrow leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Rhizome, leaves and pink flowers of the narrow-leaved ginger, Zingiber officinale)

Cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum
5856764 Cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Leaves, flowers and seed of the cardamom plant, Elettaria cardamomum)

Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber, Gingembre. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Ginger lily, Alpinia vitellina (Orange-yellow amomum, Amomum vitellinum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical

Grains of paradise, Aframomum melegueta
Grains of paradise, Melegueta pepper, alligator pepper, Aframomum melegueta (Amomum melegueta). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Curtis British Entomology Plate 94
Diptera: Laphria nigra = Choerades marginatus (Black Robber-fly) [Plant: Sison amomum (Bastard Stone Parsley)] Date: 1824-39

Red Darnel, Avens, Black Alder, Agrimony, Adders Tongue, Amomum (colour litho)
6020691 Red Darnel, Avens, Black Alder, Agrimony, Adders Tongue, Amomum (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red Darnel, Avens, Black Alder, Agrimony)

Rhizome and fruit of the round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Green leaves of round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Brown flowers and green leaves of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Yellow flowers, root, seeds and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus, Amomum arboreum Lour.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants

Yellow flowers and leaves of Cheilocostus speciosus, Amomum arboreum Lour.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Root, seeds, flowers and green leaves of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Amomum melegueta (Grains of Paradise), seed pod, and crushed and powdered seeds in bowls, spoon nearby

Amomum zingiber Linn. ginger
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Amomum, also known as round China cardamom, is a fascinating plant that belongs to the ginger family, and is characterized by its rhizome and fruit, which are widely used for various purposes. One of its close relatives is vochya, another member of the ginger family with narrow leaves resembling those of Zingiber officinale or ginger root. These plants share similar characteristics and are often found growing together in their natural habitat. Another interesting species related to Amomum is callisia. This plant has vibrant green leaves that add a touch of freshness wherever it grows. Its beauty rivals that of portlandia, a stunning flower native to tropical regions. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 94, we can admire the intricate details of an insect perched on an Amomum plant. The colors blend harmoniously with the brown flowers and green leaves of this wild Siamese variety. The versatility extends beyond its aesthetic appeal; it also offers medicinal benefits. For instance, the grains of paradise derived from Aframomum melegueta have been traditionally used for their therapeutic properties. If you're looking for more exotic flavors in your culinary adventures, consider adding cardamom or Elettaria cardamomum to your spice collection. Its distinct aroma and taste will elevate any dish to new heights. Let's not forget about Alpinia vitellina or ginger lily – a captivating flower that adds elegance to any garden setting. Its yellow blooms bring warmth and joy wherever they bloom. Lastly, Cheilocostus showcases its yellow flowers alongside roots, seeds, and leaves – all valuable components utilized in traditional medicine practices. Amidst this vast array of species within the Amomum genus lies tapanhuacanga - a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by botanical enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you appreciate these plants for their visual allure or seek their beneficial properties, Amomum and its relatives offer a world of wonders to explore.