Zingiberaceae Zingiber zerumbet (L.) Sm.
Bitter Ginger
Hawaiian - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Akana, Akaiko, 1922, Hawaiian Herbs of Medicinal Value, Honolulu: Pacific Book House, page 19
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Zingiber zerumbet (L.) Sm.
Scientific name: Zingiber zerumbet (L.) Sm.
USDA symbol: ZIZE (
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Common names: Bitter Ginger
Family: Zingiberaceae
Family (APG): Zingiberaceae
Native American Tribe: Hawaiian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Roots & other roots pounded with salt, mixed with urine & used for ringworm & white skin blotches.
RECRD: 8058 id: 44614