Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a plant native to Asia. The ginger spice comes from the roots of the plant. It's used as a food flavouring and medicine. Ginger adds a fragrant zest to both sweet and savoury foods. The pleasantly spicy â??kickâ?? from the root of Zingiber officinale, the ginger plant, is what makes ginger ale, ginger tea, candies and many Asian dishes so appealing. In addition to great taste, ginger provides a range of health benefits that you can enjoy in many forms