Lesser galangal is a relative of ginger, which is native to Asia. There, the lesser galangal is a popular spice or tea and is also used in medicine. It is highly recommended to strengthen the digestion.
The name “galangal” is used for four different plant species from the ginger family. What they all have in common is that they are pungent and strengthen digestion.
Characteristics
Scientific name
Alpina officinarum.
Other names
Galanga, galangale, laos, and blue ginger.
Used plant part
Rootstock.
Ingredients
Camphor, eugenol, tannic acid.
Harvest period
Autumn.
Medicinal properties
Main use: Digestion.
Healing effects
- Anti-inflammatory
- Appetite stimulant
- Cut indigestion
- Biliary stimulant
- Menstruation promoting
Application method
- Orally
Categories: Ayurvedic Medicine, Essential Oil, Food, Medicinal Plant, Powder, Tea, Tincture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Unani Medicine
Lesser Galangal (Wiktionary)
English
Noun
lesser galangal (uncountable)
- A plant related to galangal, Alpinia officinarum, with similar uses and flavor
- (proscribed) Another related plant with similar uses and flavor, Kaempferia galanga.
- (proscribed) Another related plant with similar uses and flavor, Boesenbergia rotunda.
