Zingiber Officinale Collection

Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair
FLO4985599 Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, London

Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher
FLO4564745 Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith
FLO4671502 Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London, 1835

Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's
FLO4992934 Ginger, Zingiber officinale. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Illustration of a Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber, Gingembre
5324457 Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber, Gingembre by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber)

Ginger Box Tin, c. 1938. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Ginger Box Tin, c. 1938

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Ginger, Zingiber officinale, fresh piece of the root with cinnamon sticks, fennel flower, orange peel and liquorice leaves grouped together, surrounded by a warm red halo

Still Life with a Ginger Jar and Eggplants, 1893-94. Creator: Paul Cezanne
Still Life with a Ginger Jar and Eggplants, 1893-94

Flowers: Dandelion, Caraway, Elder, Garlic, Coltsfoot, Ginger Root, c1940

Thai-ginger, Thai galangal, Langkwas or galanga root -Alpinia galanga, syn Maranta galanga-

Dried ginger, spice souk, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Arabia, Middle East, Orient

Ginger -Zingiber officinale-, sliced

Ginger flower -Zingiber officinale-, Cameroon, Central Africa, Africa

Sushi dish with Maki, Uramaki, Nigiri with salmon, tuna, eel, fresh ginger, wasabi, on a Japanese wooden plate

Zingiber officinale, ginger

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Illustration of a Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Zingiber officinale (Ginger) long green leaves on tall stems

Six slices of toast with various jams, rhubarb jam, apricot jam, strawberry jam, orange marmalade, cherry jam and ginger marmalade

Candied ginger, unsulphured, spicy

Onions, potatoes, ginger and garlic, Devaraja Market, Mysore, Karnataka, South India, India, South Asia, Asia

A ginger root

Root ginger

Zingiber officinale (Ginger), rhizome and ground ginger in brown bowls

Pickled preserved and crystallized ginger pieces, close up

Zingiber officinale, fresh Ginger rhizome, close up

Fresh and dried ginger rhizomes and ground ginger, close up

Liquorice and cinnamon sticks, dried ginger rhizomes and grated dried turmeric, close up

Zingiber officinale, lump of Ginger and three round slices, view from above

Garlic, coriander, ginger

Zingiber officinale, Ginger root and finely diced ginger, close up

Zingiber officinale, large lump of Ginger, view from above

Botany, Trees, Cupressaceae, Feminine flowers of Dawn Redwood Metasequoia glyptostroboides, illustration
Botany - Trees - Cupressaceae - Feminine flowers of Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides), illustration

Ginger Zingiber officinale rhizome F007 / 7584
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome

Ginger Zingiber officinale rhizome F007 / 7583
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome

Root ginger C014 / 1250
Root ginger. The rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale) is used worldwide in a variety of forms as a cooking spice. It is also used in herbal remedies

Cut root ginger C014 / 1251
Cut root ginger. The rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale) is used worldwide in a variety of forms as a cooking spice. It is also used in herbal remedies

ginger (Zingiber officinale), artwork C016 / 6130
Ginger (Zingiber officinale). Plate 909 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Fermented Ginger Beer (LM) C014 / 1695
Fermented ginger beer. Light micrograph of fermented ginger beer under differential interference contrast, showing yeast and ginger root debris. Magnfication x1625 (x385 at 10cm wide)

Fermented Ginger Beer (LM) C014 / 1694
Fermented ginger beer. Light micrograph of fermented ginger beer under phase contrast, showing yeast and ginger root debris. Magnfication x1625 (x385 at 10cm wide)

Ginger rhizome, SEM
Ginger rhizome. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a rhizome (underground stem) from a ginger plant (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger, SEM
Ginger. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of an oil globule from a secretory cell on the rhizome of ginger (Zingiber officinale). Ginger is commonly used as a cooking spice throughout the world

Amomum zingiber Linn. ginger
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Zingiber sylvestre & Z. angustifolium, ginger
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Sliced ginger root (Zingiber officinale). The root (actually the rhizome) of the ginger plant is used as a flavouring in cooking

Ginger root (Zingiber officinale). The root (actually the rhizome) of the ginger plant contains magnesium, zinc and the B vitamins, and is used as a flavouring in cooking

Root ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe ) on a wooden surface

Lemon, ginger and garlic

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Zingiber officinale, commonly known as ginger, is a flowering plant native to Cameroon in Central Africa. This versatile herb has been used for centuries in various cultures and cuisines around the world. The ginger flower, with its vibrant colors and delicate petals, adds beauty to the African landscape. Ginger root, scientifically known as Zingiber officinale or Amomum zingiber, is widely recognized for its medicinal properties and has long been utilized in alternative medicine as a natural remedy for various ailments. Its therapeutic benefits range from soothing digestive issues to reducing inflammation and boosting immunity. In the art world, ginger has also made appearances throughout history. A Ginger Box Tin dating back to 1938 showcases the cultural significance of this spice. Meanwhile, Torii Kiyomasu I's painting depicting a courtesan from the Myogaya House in 1712 features elements of traditional Japanese culture intertwined with ginger symbolism. Paul Cezanne's Still Life with a Ginger Jar and Eggplants captures the essence of everyday life by incorporating this aromatic root into his artwork. Additionally, an intriguing collection of flowers including dandelion, caraway, elderflower, garlic flower, coltsfoot, and ginger root was captured in a photograph circa 1940s highlighting their diverse uses in herbal remedies. Thai-ginger or galangal root (Alpinia galanga) is often mistaken for Zingiber officinale due to their similar appearance but possesses distinct flavors that are popularly used in Thai cuisine. Lastly, a painting titled Just Dessert by William Michael Harnett portrays an indulgent treat featuring slices of succulent ginger alongside other delectable ingredients—a testament to how this humble spice can elevate culinary experiences. From its origins on the African continent to its widespread use across different fields such as art and medicine worldwide, Ginger (Zingiber officinale) continues to captivate our senses through its unique flavors, vibrant colors, and numerous health benefits.