Atare Pepper (Alligator Pepper/Guinea Pepper/Grains of Paradise)

organic, fair trade, and wild harvested

What’s Included

Whole Atare Pepper (Alligator/Guinea Pepper/Ose Oji/Grains of Paradise/Mbongo Cardamom) (Aframomum melegueta)

Select from available options: (1) whole pod or (1) 1 oz. jar of pepper seeds 

Origin: Nigeria

Cultural Note

Alligator pepper has a power that extends beyond mere spice; it is a symbol of abundance and fertility as well as powerful in warding off negative energies. It has the special ability to enhance prayers and is known for its ability to cleanse and purify the human body. Very significant in Yorùbá culture, this pepper is used in traditional ceremonies such as: engagements, weddings, baby naming, funerals, etc.