Ginger

Zingiber officinale-distilled from the unpeeled, fresh root.  Fresh, warm, woody, spicy, earthy scent. Be wary that your ginger oil is not distilled from the dried roots, as it may be "unpleasant".  Used as a fragrance component in cosmetics and perfumes, and extensively in food and drinks.

CAUTIONS: Generally considered non-toxic. Possible sensitizer and irritant.  Dilute well for topical use.  

CHARACTER:  "Lively Passion", Warming, Strong, Encouraging, Warm, Passionate, Yang, Valor, Courageous, Capable, Warrior and Strong Enough to carry on regardless.

NUMBER:  8          

CRYSTAL:  Rhodochrosite, Red and Brown Jaspers, Carnelian, Tiger Eye,Garnet, Sunstone, Smoky Quartz, Citrine

ETHERIC COLORS:  Orange, Amber, Red-gold, Copper       

CHAKRA:  Solar, Root, subtle Sacral, balances all, ignites lower centers

MUSIC (SYMBOLIC):  E or C; drum, trumpet, rhythmic strings, march

ELEMENT:  Fire and Earth         

PERFUME NOTE:  Some sources say TOP, some say BASE-MIDDLE      

ASTRO:  Mars, Sun, Aries, Sagittarius

ENERGY TYPE: 3; Hot & Dry

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Sesquiterpenes

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Confidence, Fortitude, Empathy, Courage, Passion, Resolve, Boldness

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:   Anxiety, Lack of direction, Purposelessness, Stagnation, Unfocused, Apathy, Burnout, Confusion, Fatigue, Lonely, Sad, Fearful, Illusions, Stress

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Arthritis, fatigue, muscular pains, poor circulation, sprains, coughs, sore throat, colic, indigestion, nausea, motion or morning sickness, chills, colds, flu, fever, infections, asthma, bronchitis, headache, boost metabolism, boost liver function, menstrual cramps, sore muscles

PROPERTIES:Digestive, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, appetite stimulant

 

BLENDS: Treasure,  Brave Heart,  Caldera,  Citrine, Gingerbread,  Pirates,  Shaman,  Tiger Eye,  Vanilla Pie Spice,  Spurs,Yellowstone,

Blends well with SANDALWOOD, VETIVER, PATCHOULI, FRANKINCENSE, ROSEWOOD, CORIANDER, CEDAR, ROSE, LIME, NEROLI, ORANGE, and other citrus.

May contain:  gingerin, gingenol, gingerone, zingiberene, linalol, camphene, phellandrene, citral, cineol, borneol, cucurmeme, etc.

ARCHETYPES:  COUNSELOR, FARMER, WARRIOR, TRAILBLAZER, FIRESTARTER, CHAMPION, ADVENTURER, CATALYST, JUDGE

PERSONALITY:

+ Sometimes strong and silent type, because actions speak louder than words.

+ Stimulating, lively company, wicked sense of humor.  

+ Forceful, profound, able to sort their problems philosophically without relying on anyone else.  Expects people to do their own thing. Lack of possessiveness.

+ Good listener and good in caring professions such as counselor, psychology, social worker.  Also do well as farmers dealing with animals.  They are a great friend because they’ll always listen to your problems with patience, sincerity, and kindness.

+ They like their privacy, but will be welcoming when company comes to call.

+ Dedicate themselves to a loved one, but allow their partner freedom.

+ Expects fidelity and respect.

+ Will choose a mate who shares their enthusiasm.  FLORALS are often drawn to them.

-Can have a temper.  Don’t cross a GINGER or you’ll be sorry. Can hold grudges for years.  They are just awful when negative.  May sulk, withdraw, appear confused, apathetic. Can lose their joy and purpose in life.  Loneliness may engulf them.

-Could be unstable at times, particularly if unemployed or passed over for promotion.  They don’t like “losing face”.

(updated Feb. 24, 2026)