Ginger
Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
Pharmacognosy & Source
Plant Part Used
Dried or fresh rhizomes
Geographical Source
India, Jamaica, China
Macroscopic Features
Laterally compressed, branched rhizomes, pungent taste.
Constituents & Pharmacology
Active Constituents
Volatile oil (Zingiberene), Resins (Gingerols, Shogaols)
Pharmacological Actions
Antiemetic, anti-inflammatory, carminative
Traditional Uses
Motion sickness, dyspepsia, cold/cough
Safety & Warnings
Contraindications
Gallstones, concurrent use with strong anticoagulants