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Source Development of Ginger Essential Oil


From a chef's favorite to treating a variety of ailments, the benefits of ginger oil are plentiful. When we say "ginger essential oil," you might be wondering if it's also available in essential oil form. Unknown to many, in addition to being an herb, ginger is also available in the form of an oil. On this point, let's learn about its health benefits, properties, uses, and more.


1. What is ginger essential oil?


Ginger root essential oil is extracted from the rhizome of ginger. It is a flowering plant belonging to the ginger family. It is one of the most common spices in the world.


Ginger is a perennial herb with roots that extend downward. Long, thin, reed-like leaves and edible rhizomes characterize the plant.


To extract the essential oils, the rhizomes are left to dry for several weeks after harvesting. The concentration of essential oils increased with age of ginger. If extraction of essential oils is the main purpose, then ginger is harvested for 9 months or more. The dried ginger is then crushed and dried in the sun. It is sieved before steam distillation.


Native to warm tropical climates, this plant is now found throughout Asia. China, India, Sri Lanka, and the Caribbean are the major production locations.


This spice has traditionally been used to regulate menstruation, heartbeat, improve digestion and treat various gastrointestinal problems. The medicinal properties of ginger essential oil are similar to those of the spice itself. In addition to its medicinal uses, ginger essential oil is also a major ingredient in exotic and oriental perfumes. Spices are also used in the food industry as flavoring agents for both sweet and savory dishes. It is also used to make ginger beer and wine.


2. History of ginger essential oil


While the actual origin of ginger is unknown, it is believed to have been cultivated by Indians and Chinese for over 5,000 years. It has been an integral part of traditional medical systems and wholesale botanical oils since ancient times, when people used ginger to treat various ailments. However, this plant does not grow in the wild.


The spice is called "srngaveram" in Sanskrit, in Greek it's called ziggiberis, and in Latin it's called zinziberi. The present name ginger comes from the Middle English term gingivere.


In India, this spice was used as a tonic and a common flavoring agent in the early days. In addition to being a medicinal spice, ginger also plays an important role in trade and commerce.


Given the importance and popularity of ginger, the Roman Empire imported ginger from India more than 2,000 years ago. Throughout the Roman Empire, ginger was valued for its medicinal properties. Even after the fall of the Roman Empire, ginger remained the most popular commodity in Europe.


During that period, Arab traders controlled the trade in ginger and other spices for centuries. In the Middle Ages, ginger was mainly used to make confectionery. It is recorded in history that only rich people can afford ginger. It is said that in the 13th and 14th centuries, a pound of ginger was worth the price of a sheep.


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