What is Ginger?
Ginger is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root, or ginger, is widely used as a spice and folk medicine. It is a herbaceous perennial which grows annual pseudostems about one meter tall bearing narrow leaf blades.
Ginger Prices In South Africa
The current price is R300 per kilogram, demand is driven by a heightened appreciation of ginger’s medicinal properties and its concomitant increased consumption by South Africans.
How long does ginger take to grow?
Although it may be harvested at any stage of maturity, the best time is when the plant is 8 to 10 months old. After harvest, choose rhizomes for replanting and replant them promptly. Ginger is typically available in two forms: Young ginger is usually available only in Asian markets and does not need to be peeled.
Is ginger easy to grow?
Ginger is a tropical plant that you can easily grow yourself and which does not require much expert knowledge. You start with a piece of fresh root ginger (actually the rhizome of the plant), which you can buy at any supermarket. Choose a piece that has some well-developed ‘growth buds’.
Is ginger profitable?
Primarily grown for its roots used in cooking, ginger is a tropical plant that’s tasty, sought-after, and unique – and it can be profitable.