Ginger, scientifically known as Zingiber officinale, is a plant species belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, widely used as a spice or herb. In Vietnam, there are three main types of ginger commonly cultivated: Se ginger, Se Lai ginger, and Buffalo ginger. Among them, buffalo ginger, characterized by its stout body, few branches, and round branches, easy to peel, is preferred for the export market. Se ginger has small tubers and many small branches but is more fragrant and spicy compared to other types of ginger due to high content of Zingiberen.
Ginger is a herbaceous plant, preferring moisture but not tolerant of waterlogging, thriving best in hilly areas with fertile, well-drained soil and ample sunlight. In Vietnam, ginger is cultivated in various provinces and cities nationwide, ranging from mountainous regions to deltas such as Thanh Hoa, Yen Bai, Hoa Binh, Lao Cai, Bac Giang, Lai Chau, Dien Bien, Son La, An Giang, Soc Trang, Tay Nguyen area….