Common Name
English :
Hindi :
Manipuri :Pullei
Scientific Name
Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)
Family :Zingiberaceae
Genus :Alpinia
Species :nigra (Gaertn) Burtt.
Habit :Rhizomatous aromatic herb
Parts Used :Rhizome and Stem
Mode of Preparation :Rhizome boiled with water and soup is used. Rhizome & pseudostem is used in preparation of traditional chutney called eronba.
Mode of use :Decoction
Ingredients :Rhizome yields an essential oil.
Ailment Treated:Rhizome decoction is useful for gout and colic.
Source:Common in undisturbed forest ground of dark and humid condition and also in wetlands. Generally sold in the market. Not so common.
