Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Cut & Sifted Root

Description ShareTweetPinLinkedInPrintEmail Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Cut & Sifted Root HERB COMMON NAME :  Ginger HERB SCIENTIFIC NAME :  Zingiber Officinale OTHER NAMES :  African Ginger, Jake Root FAMILY :  Zingiberaceae ASSOCIATIONS & CORRESPONDENCES : Element: Fire Planet: Mars Day:  Tuesday Direction:  South Zodiac Sign: Aries, Sagittarius, Scorpio Chakra:  1st Root Chakra (Muladhara) Energy:  Yang Gender: Masculine Rune:  Naudhiz Tarot:  The Emperor (4) Deity or God / Goddess Association: Aries   Parts Used:  Root / Rhizome Description:  Ginger is one of the world’s most popular spices. The fresh root is used in Asian and Indian cuisines. It also lends a pungent, spicy note to herbal teas. The chopped root is added to teas, soups and other foods, while the powdered root is a common baking spice. Using Ginger as a part of your routine can be good for your health. It is said to decrease susceptibility to infections and may improve heart health. Ginger is thought to help reduce cholesterol and keep the arteries free of plaque that can lead to heart disease. Ginger is one of the best herbs you can use for stomach complaints. Ginger has been used in China and Europe for thousands of years to treat problems with the stomach and to treat respiratory infections such as the cold and flu. Today, modern herbalists prescribe ginger in the same way. A ginger infusion can help to relieve problems with nausea, indigestion, cramping, and gas. And Ginger is sometimes used to soothe the stomach from morning sickness during pregnancy. It can also help with motion sickness and nausea that comes as a result of chemotherapy and radiation. Some people like to chew directly on ginger root to treat problems such as nausea and vomiting. Eating foods that contain Ginger or drinking a Ginger infusion can provide relief from a cold. It can help reduce symptoms, and provide relief from headaches and chills associated with fever. It can also help relieve upset stomach due to mucous drainage. Because Ginger root contains volatile oils with warming properties, it is sometimes used to make topical salves and ointments for inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteo-arthritis, bursitis, and muscle sprains. It may help increase peripheral circulation and detoxify the body from toxins associated with rheumatism. Ginger is considered an aphrodisiac for both men and women. Ginger tea is used to help hangover. Ginger has a pleasant taste, makes a delicious tea, and can be added to dishes to provide extra spice. It is particularly good in Asian-inspired meals. Historical Uses:  hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, promotes gastric secretions, anti-cholesterol, antioxidant, analgesic, rubefacient, anti-spasmodic, fighting colds, stomach upset, stomachache, treats respiratory infections, bronchitis, cold, flu, influenza, chills, relieves nausea, helps vomiting, relieves indigestion, relieves morning sickness, helps morning sickness, headaches and chills associated with fever, reduces cholesterol, keeps arteries free from plaque, choleretic, cholagogue, positive inotropic, chronotropic, gastrointestinal stimulant, thermogenic, antibiotic, diaphoretic, anti-thrombotic, anti-emetic, vasodilator, peripheral circulatory stimulant, blood circulation, carminative, emmenagogue, hepatoprotective, relieves pain, uplifts mood, relieves fatigue, improves digestion, increases appetite, weight loss, skin toning, cellulite,  antiseptic, muscle spasms, antitussive, expectorant, febrifuge, fortifying, pectoral, stimulant, stomachic, thermogenic, fractures, rheumatism, arthritis, muscle fatigue, muscular weakness, muscle sprain, bursitis, numbness, menstrual cramp, gastrointestinal spasm, digestive problems, gas, flatulence, diverticulosis, irritable bowel syndrome, IBS, constipation, sea-sickness, motion sickness, sinus congestion, chronic catarrh, circulatory tonic, Raynaud’s disease, cold limbs, nervousness, mental exhaustion, general debility, warming herbs, warming essential oils, aphrodisiac, hangover Mystical Attributes:  Ginger is energetic and fiery and adds power to any magical activity. It is used in spells to “speed things up” or to cause plans to come to fruition quickly. Ginger can also be used in spells to add passion to an existing relationship. Ginger is most effective in love spells, and eating it before performing spells will lend them power. Plant the root to attract money or sprinkle powdered root into pockets or on money for prosperity. Ginger is also used in success spells. Use Ginger for magic associated with health and healing. Ginger is good for placing in an amulet, mojo, or medicine bag to promote good health and protection. In modern Wicca, Ginger is used in recipes of herbal mixtures used in the consecration of athames (it both strengthens and provides excellent energy for the workings of this ritual blade). Turn to ginger if you’re looking for charm, articulation, and people skills.  It can be incorporated into rituals, but you can also just give it a good chew before a big presentation or a first date. Spit chewed Ginger at an oncoming storm, while at sea, to halt it. Mystical Intentions:  health and healing, love, money, energy, power, sexual passion, sex magic, prosperity, success, courage, boosting magic spells, charm, articulation, people skills, communication, making speeches, consecration, confidence, weather magic Other Uses: Ginger root can be used fresh, or dried as cut pieces, powdered, or even crystallized/candied. The chopped root is added to teas, soups and other foods. The powdered root is a common baking spice.   Taste & Smell:  A medium, warm, musky, earthy, woody and peppery aroma. The fresh root is used in Asian and Indian cuisines and also lends a pungent, spicy note to herbal teas. Dried ginger is also very aromatic and sharp on the tongue, as well versatile. Botany, Cultivation & Harvesting:  Ginger cultivation began in South Asia and has since spread to East Africa and the Caribbean. It is a perennial which creeps and increases underground, in tuberous joints. In the spring it sends up from its roots a green reed, like a stalk, 2 feet high, with narrow lanceolate leaves. These die down annually. The flowering stalk rises directly from the root, ending in an oblong scallop spike; from each spike a white or yellow bloom grows. Ginger prefers a tropical climate – sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, high humidity. It prefers rich, moist soil that is never water-logged. Plant sections of Ginger rhizome, each with growth buds, in late winter or early spring.  Every rhizome you plant will first only grow a few leaves, in the one spot. Over time it will become a dense clump and very slowly get bigger. The best time to harvest Ginger is any time after the leaves have died down. It usually takes eight to ten months to reach this point. Ginger root can be used fresh, or dried as cut pieces, powdered, or even crystallized/candied. Store dried ginger in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Contraindications & Toxicity: People with sensitive stomachs do not always tolerate. Use caution with ulcers, GERD, gallstones, kidney disease, and tendency to hemorrhage. Best used with food as high doses can cause heartburn. Topically may cause contact dermatitis. Increases absorption of all drugs. Can reduce absorption of iron and fat-soluble vitamins. Gingerols (mainly in fresh root) increase uptake of calcium by the myocardium and enhance the force of contractions (cardiotonic).   Constituents:  volatile oils (zingiberene, b-bisabolene) sesquiterpenes oleo-resins (gingerols, shogaols) starch proteins lipids nutrients amino acids     Sources: https://spiritartsandherbs.com/sources **IMPORTANT INFORMATON: Products are sold as curio items for entertainment purposes only and based upon historical and magical uses.  We do not imply or guarantee that any items provide specific abilities, powers, outcomes, remedies, or treatments. 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