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Alpinia officinarum, known as lesser galangal, is a plant in the ginger family, cultivated in Southeast Asia. It originated in China, where its name ultimately derives. It can grow 1.5 to 2 m high, with long leaves and reddish-white flowers. The rhizomes, known as galangal, are valued for their sweet spicy flavor and aromatic scent. These are used throughout Asia in curries and perfumes, and were previously used widely in Europe. They are also used as an herbal remedy.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Alpinia
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 0.91 m to 1.52 m
- Mature Spread
- 61 cm to 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, China
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Chinese-ginger en Lesser galanga en Lesser galangal en Small galangal
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