Ginger, known scientifically as *Zingiber officinale*, is a widely used spice and medicinal herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Also referred to as Zingiberis, zingiber, and sunthi, ginger has a rich history of cultivation and use across various cultures. This article explores the source, distribution, cultivation, chemical constituents, and medicinal benefits of ginger. Source and […]
Rasna : Morphology, Cultivation and Distribution: Rasna consists of the dried rhizomes of Alpinia officinarum, belonging to the family Zingiberaceae. These rhizomes are trimmed, washed, cut into small segments and dried. Commercially rasna are known as lesser galangal rhizomes, while the greater rhizomes are obtained from Alpinia galanga. They are also known as East India […]
