Greater Galangal
Alpinia galanga
| Scientific Name | Alpinia galanga |
| Safety Rating | N/A |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
Greater galangal is the rhizome of the plant *Alpinia galanga*, a member of the ginger family. It is traditionally used to support digestion, ease menstrual cramps, and promote breast milk production in nursing mothers. The root can cause mild stomach upset in sensitive people and may interact with blood‑thinning medications; pregnant women and those taking anticoagulants should use it only under medical advice.
Source: IntechOpen: Pharmacognosy - Medicinal Plants, PMC: Fenugreek
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| Product | Ingredient | Amount | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| inergy Plus | Greater Galangal Root Extract | 300 mg | - |
| Herb | Scientific Name | Why related |
|---|---|---|
 Lesser Galangal |
Alpinia officinarum | shares 33 product(s) |
 Greater Celandine |
Chelidonium majus | shares 17 product(s) |
 Dandelion |
Taraxacum officinale | shares 12 product(s) |
 Lesser Calamint |
Clinopodium nepeta | shares 9 product(s) |
 Milk Thistle |
Silybum marianum | shares 8 product(s) |
 Sand Ginger |
Kaempferia galanga | similar summary terms |
 White Willow Bark |
Salix alba (salicin) | similar summary terms |
 Horehound |
Ballota acetabulosa | similar summary terms |
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Sophora japonica | similar summary terms |
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