Ginger Root - Zingiber officinale

Ginger Root

Zingiber officinale

Ginger will help warm you up if you have a cold or the flu. It will also help induce sweating, which will help break a fever.

  • Plant Family: Zingiberaceae
  • Plant type: Perennial
  • Other names:
  • Medicinal: Yes
  • Culinary: Yes
  • Ceremonial: No
  • Parts Used: Rhizome
  • Side Effects: None
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About Ginger

Zingiberaceae family retains possession of highly reputable genera and species, one of which is Zingiber officinale. Ginger root is what its commonly called but originally it is the rhizome of the plant. It is an herbaceous perennial that is regarded as a prestigious spice, especially in Asia.   

The plant is characterized by foliage that could reach the length of 3 inches and pale yellow, cone-shaped flowers. The plant of ginger can reach the height of  a maximum of 4 feet.

This prosperous plant is grown for its rhizome while sometimes its flowers are used in place of roses. It is celebrated in thousands of kitchens all around the world. And the talk does not end here.
It is also wielded in the medicinal world to manage various pathological conditions. A myriad of conditions hails ginger to be their host including nausea, vomiting, dysmenorrhea, vertigo, osteoarthritis, morning sickness, and so forth. 6-gingerol, 6-shogaol, and 6-paradol are the active compounds that are considered responsible for the desirable pharmacological actions of ginger root.

Furthermore, the use of ginger root has become the norm. It is obligatory to add some ginger to give your sweet or savory dish a zesty appeal. Be it in a garnished or grated form, your appetite will soar high just by its pleasant smell.

All in all, ginger root is bursting with an abundant amount of nutrients that bring a positive effect on one’s health.

Ginger Root Videos

How to make Ginger root infused honey

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