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Plant Description

Ginger essential oil is taken from the rhizome, or underground

stem, of the ginger plant. A highly aromatic plant, ginger has thick
roots, long shoots with leaves, and pale flowers—though the

rhizome or root of the ginger plant is most useful for flavoring and
other applications. For centuries, the ginger root has been used in

cooking practices to add flavor, or dried and powdered as a spice.

Chemistry of Ginger Essential Oil

Main Chemical Components: a-zingiberene, sesquiphellandrene

Ginger essential oil is made up of a chemical group called
sesquiterpenes, which are commonly found in soothing essential

oils like Ylang Ylang and Myrrh oil. Ginger oil includes

sesquiterpenes called zingiberene and sesquiphellandrene, which
contribute to digestive health when used internally* and promote

the grounding and balance of emotions when used aromatically.*

Alpha zingiberene, the sesquiterpene that is the primary chemical

constituent of ginger essential oil, is what gives ginger its distinct

taste. The chemical makeup of Ginger oil contributes to its soothing
properties for the body, including its ability to support healthy

digestion and to reduce occasional nausea when taken internally,*
or to create a soothing massage.

Oils that Blend Well with Ginger Essential Oil

The spicy, earthy tones of Ginger essential oil blend well with other
warm oils like Cinnamon and Cassia. You can also blend Ginger oil

with sweet citrus scents like Wild Orange or Ylang Ylang.