Originates

South East Asia

Family:

Zingiberaceae

Aroma:

Earthy, spicy, woody, warm and stimulating.

Part of plant used:   

Rhizome (underground stem)

Description:  

Ginger plant is a tropical herbaceous plant that looks like tall grass that grows to 1 metre high.

Method of extraction:

Steam

Blends well with

bergamot, frankincense, neroli, rose, sandalwood and ylang-ylang.

Indications

BODY

Bruises, sores, catarrh, chronic bronchitis, congestion, cough, sinusitis, sore throat, tonsillitis, swollen glands (MDR), dries excess mucous.

Arthritis, fatigue, muscle aches and pains, injury, sprains, strains (lower back); aids rheumatism pain. poor circulation, varicose veins; eases angina (MDR). Chills, colds, flu, fever, infectious disease-raises body temperature.

Toothache, gas in abdomen, diarrhea, colic, cramp, loss of appetite, flatulence, constipation, indigestion, travel sickness, nausea, vomiting, anorexia (MDR), hangover, may lower high cholesteral (?)

Said to regulate menstruation when affected by colds.

Mind and spirit
 Debility, nervous exhaustion, tiredness, stimulant but grounding, aids memory, warms cold, flat emotions, sharpens senses use for over sensitivity, protection.  activates willpower, and restores determination.

PRECAUTION
Ginger should not be used on people with high blood pressure due to its hypertensive properties. Also, known as a skin irritant and can cause irritation on sensitive skins or people with eczema.