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Zingiber officinale
Also known as: Zingiber officinale Roscoe, ginger
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Ethnobotanical study of food plants used in traditional medicine in ... link.springer.com Nov 26, 2025 12 facts
measurementZingiber officinale (ginger) is the most cited medicinal species in the Quitexe ethnobotanical data, associated with the treatment of seven ailments: constipation, vomiting, indigestion, hypertension, influenza, nausea, and cough.
measurementZingiber officinale recorded the highest use value (UV = 0.080) among the 57 nutraceutical plant species documented in the municipality of Quitexe, suggesting widespread recognition of its therapeutic efficacy.
referenceThe review 'Phytochemical screening and Pharmacological activities of Zingiber officinale: A review' was published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research in 2017.
measurementOther plant species with high citation frequencies in the Quitexe municipality study included Ochna afzelii (18 citations, RFC = 0.037), Persea americana (17 citations, RFC = 0.035), Gymnanthemum glaberrimum and Zingiber officinale (16 citations each, RFC = 0.033), Monodora myristica and Psidium guajava (15 citations each, RFC = 0.031), and Canarium schweinfurthii (14 citations, RFC = 0.029).
claimThe therapeutic efficacy of Zingiber officinale is attributed to its broad pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and digestive functions.
referenceThe review 'Some phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological properties of ginger (Zingiber officinale): a review of recent research' was published in Food and Chemical Toxicology in 2008.
claimThe plant species Zingiber officinale and Spondias dulcis have the highest Use Values (UVs) and are widely cultivated, which ensures their availability and reinforces their cultural integration.
referenceThe plant species Zingiber officinale, Psidium guajava, and Allium sativum demonstrate a convergence between traditional knowledge and pharmacological validation, according to [80].
claimScientific literature recognizes ginger (Zingiber officinale) as an effective phytotherapeutic agent for gastrointestinal disorders and respiratory symptoms due to its bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
claimZingiber officinale is a culturally important species with documented therapeutic applications for treating gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions in Angola, China, Nigeria, and Cameroon.
measurementZingiber officinale has a Medicinal Use Index (MUI) of 0.149, while Annona stenophylla, Spondias dulcis, and Lippia multiflora each have an MUI of 0.085.
referenceMao et al. (2019) documented the bioactive compounds and bioactivities of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe).
Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org 4 facts
claimGingerols and shogaols, bioactive compounds found in Zingiber officinale (ginger), are effective against the MDR microorganism Escherichia coli.
claimZingiber officinale (ginger), originating from Southeast Asia, demonstrated in vivo anti-tumor growth by penetrating the tumor site and presumably increasing the permeability and retention (EPR) impact.
claimZingiber officinale (ginger) and Thymus kotschyanus, native to Southeast Asia and Iran respectively, demonstrated in vitro antimicrobial effects by suppressing the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.
claimZingiber officinale (ginger) and Allium sativum (garlic), native to Southeast Asia and Central Asia respectively, inhibited the growth of Staphylococcus aureus in vitro.
A Comprehensive Review on the Therapeutic Properties of ... traditionalmedicine.actabotanica.org 4 facts
claimPeppermint (Mentha x piperita) and Ginger (Zingiber officinale) are traditionally used to relieve digestive issues such as indigestion, nausea, and bloating, while promoting digestion and supporting gastrointestinal health.
claimGinger (Zingiber officinale) and Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) exhibit anti-inflammatory effects, which reduce inflammation and swelling.
claimGinger (Zingiber officinale) extract and ibuprofen have been compared for their effects on patients with osteoarthritis, according to a 2005 study.
claimGinger (Zingiber officinale) is a spice containing bioactive compounds, including gingerol, which is responsible for its therapeutic effects.
Phytochemical and Pharmacological Studies of Traditionally Used ... heraldopenaccess.us 1 fact
referenceA 2021 study by Bhowmik et al. provides a biocomputational and pharmacological analysis of phytochemicals from Zingiber officinale (ginger), Allium sativum (garlic), and Murraya koenigii (curry leaf) in the context of type 2 diabetes.
Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Nov 5, 2025 1 fact
claimGingerols, derived from Zingiber officinale, demonstrate anti-inflammatory properties by regulating signaling pathways such as MAPK and AP-1.