Grains of Paradise Plant (Aframomum melegueta)Spicy, Aromatic Seed with Ancient Roots Common Names: Grains of Paradise, Melegueta Pepper Plant Guinea Pepper Plant, Alligator Pepper Plant Family: Zingiberaceae Origin: West Africa Grains of Paradise Plant (Aframomum melegueta) is a perennial plant native to West Africa, prized for its aromatic, peppery seeds that have been used as a spice for centuries. The seeds, which come from the plants small, reddish brown pods, are often compared to black