The value of Alpinia glabra

The medicinal value of Alpinia glabra

The rhizome and fruit of Alpinia serrulata are spicy, astringent and warm in nature.

It has the effects of drying dampness and cold, removing phlegm and stopping malaria, strengthening the spleen and warming the stomach. It can be mainly used to treat and relieve symptoms such as cold pain in the abdomen, chest and abdominal distension, phlegm and dampness accumulation, indigestion, vomiting, diarrhea, and cough.

In addition, the seeds of Alpinia serrulata can cure stomach bloating and pain.

The ornamental value of Alpinia glabra

Alpinia galanga has large leaves and bright colors, making it an excellent foliage plant. At the same time, its flowers are numerous and orderly, white and beautiful, and it is also a good ornamental plant.

Economic Value of Alpinia glabra

In Taiwan, Alpinia serrulata is widely used in daily life.

The indigenous people used the stem-like leaf sheaths of Alpinia officinalis, dried them, and wove them into ropes, baskets, mats and other woven products.

In addition, residents in Taiwan use the broad leaves of Alpinia officinalis to make rice dumplings. The young stems of Alpinia officinalis can be used as a substitute for ginger.

In Luzhou, Sichuan, as well as parts of Chongqing and Guizhou, people also use Alpinia serrulata leaves to wrap yellow glutinous rice cakes.