Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
integrum
ID:
617389

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Q.Tong

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25 (6):465. (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616721

Common Names

  • Integrum Ginger
  • Zingiber Integrum
  • Ginger

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Description

Zingiber integrum (also called Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zingiber integrum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhoea, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and rhizomes are edible and can be cooked. The plant is also used for its ornamental value, as its flowers are attractive and can be used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zingiber integrum are yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zingiber integrum can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the rhizomes in the spring or early summer and replant them in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the rhizomes and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Zingiber integrum

Zingiber integrum can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Zingiber integrum FAQ

What is the growth habit of Zingiber integrum?

Zingiber integrum is a perennial herb that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m.

What is the flowering period of Zingiber integrum?

Zingiber integrum typically flowers between April and May.

What is the fruit of Zingiber integrum?

The fruit of Zingiber integrum is a small, yellow drupe.

Species in the Zingiber genus

Zingiber acuminatum, Zingiber albiflorum, Zingiber apoense, Zingiber argenteum, Zingiber atrorubens, Zingiber aurantiacum, Zingiber banahaoense, Zingiber barbatum, Zingiber bisectum, Zingiber bradleyanum, Zingiber brevifolium, Zingiber bulusanense, Zingiber cernuum, Zingiber chlorobracteatum, Zingiber cholmondeleyi, Zingiber chrysanthum, Zingiber chrysostachys, Zingiber citrinum, Zingiber citriodorum, Zingiber cochleariforme, Zingiber collinsii, Zingiber coloratum, Zingiber corallinum, Zingiber curtisii, Zingiber cylindricum, Zingiber darceyi, Zingiber densissimum, Zingiber eberhardtii, Zingiber eborinum, Zingiber echuanense, Zingiber elatum, Zingiber emeiense, Zingiber flagelliforme, Zingiber flammeum, Zingiber flavescens, Zingiber flavomaculosum, Zingiber flavovirens, Zingiber fragile, Zingiber fraseri, Zingiber georgeae, Zingiber gracile, Zingiber griffithii, Zingiber guangxiense, Zingiber gulinense, Zingiber hupehense, Zingiber idae, Zingiber incomptum, Zingiber inflexum, Zingiber integrilabrum, Zingiber integrum,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Shao Quan Tong (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Q.Tong' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000616721: Based on the initial data import