Ginger Root
Ginger is one of the world's best-loved spices. The knobbly part we use is technically a rhizome, an underground stem, and its fiery, aromatic flavour has travelled across almost every culinary and herbal tradition.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Zingiber officinale
- Plant family: Ginger family (Zingiberaceae)
- Part we use: Root (rhizome)
- Native to: Tropical South and Southeast Asia
- Character: Warming, spicy and aromatic
History and tradition
Ginger has been used in Asia for thousands of years and holds an important place in both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese practice, where it is valued as a "warming" herb.
It reached Europe along the ancient spice routes and became one of the most prized spices in medieval Britain. By Tudor times, ginger was a familiar flavour in everything from gingerbread to spiced drinks.
Today, ginger remains a staple of winter kitchens: fresh ginger tea with honey and lemon, mulled drinks and spiced syrups.
Where you will find Ginger Root in our tinctures
- In DEFEND, Ginger adds a gentle, warming spice that balances the rich, fruity notes of Black Elderberry and Rose Hip.
- In DIGESTION, Ginger brings its long tradition in digestive preparations and its spicy warmth, alongside refreshing Spearmint and sweet Fennel.
- It also features in the Travel mini tincture inside the Reset Box.
Did you know?
Queen Elizabeth I is often credited with popularising gingerbread figures, by having them made in the likeness of visiting dignitaries.
Good to know
If you take anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medication, have gallstones or are due to have surgery, speak to your GP or pharmacist before using concentrated ginger preparations.
As with any herbal supplement, please speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.
Meet more herbs
If you enjoyed learning about Ginger Root, you may also like Black Elderberry, Rosehip and Fennel Seed. Or browse every plant in our blends on Meet the Herbs.
Blooming Blends tinctures are food supplements and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
