| Scientific Name | Zingiber officinale |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Height | 90 to 150 cm |
| Stem | Pseudostem formed by tightly packed leaf sheaths |
| Leaves | Simple, alternate, lanceolate, 15-30 cm long |
| Leaf Color | Green |
| Root Type | Rhizome (underground stem) |
| Rhizome Shape | Branched, knobby, irregular, with horizontal growth |
| Rhizome Color (Exterior) | Light brown to yellowish |
| Rhizome Color (Interior) | Pale yellow to golden yellow |
| Taste | Spicy, pungent, slightly sweet |
| Aroma | Strong, warm, and earthy |
| Flower Color | Yellow-green with purple tips |
