The family Zingiberaceae include many spices such as cardamom, large cardamom, turmeric and ginger. They are also well known for other uses such as medicinal, traditional, food, ornamental and ritual. The illustrated book on "Zingiberaceae and costaceae of South India" is the first detailed account of the families in South India. Apart from naturally occurring gingers, widely cultivated exotic ornamental gingers are also included. A total of 10 ...
