Ginger has benefits and compounds such as essential oils, vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Its underground stem (rhizome) is highly appreciated in the food industry for its aroma and spicy flavor, it is also known for its natural medicinal properties, such as antispasmodic, antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant and circulatory system stimulant. It is even considered a coagulating agent.
Scientific name: Zingiber officin L.
Common name: Ginger, Kion
Family: Zingiberaceae
Shape: Rhizome
Presentations: Fresh, dried in slices, powder, peeled and frozen.
Color: Yellow
Appearance: Similar to gladiolus herbaceous plant.
Smell: Aromatic, characteristic of the specie.
Taste: Astringent, spicy and penetrating with a slightly sweet touch.