| Botanical Name | Zingiber officinale |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Height | 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm) |
| Stem Type | Pseudostem formed from rolled leaves |
| Rhizome Appearance | Thick, knotted, and branched |
| Rhizome Color (Exterior) | Light brown to yellowish |
| Rhizome Color (Interior) | Pale yellow to golden yellow |
| Leaf Shape | Lanceolate (long and narrow) |
| Leaf Length | 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) |
| Flower Type | Spike inflorescence |
| Flower Color | Yellow-green with purple edges |
| Root Type | Fibrous |
| Aroma | Strong, pungent, and spicy |
| Texture of Rhizome | Fibrous and juicy |