What is another word for Alpinia Officinarum?
Pronunciation: [alpˈɪni͡əɹ əfˈɪsɪnˌɑːɹəm] (IPA) 
Alpinia Officinarum, also known as lesser galangal, is a plant species belonging to the ginger family. It is commonly used in traditional medicine to treat gastrointestinal issues and as a flavoring agent in Asian cuisine. The plant has several synonyms used in different regions, such as Sha Jiang, Song Jiang, and Chao Shan Jiang in Chinese, Thai ginger and Laos galanggal in Thai and Laotian respectively, and katakuchin in Japanese. In Ayurvedic medicine, the plant is referred to as rasna and in Siddha medicine as chitharathai. These synonyms can help in identifying the plant in different domains and understanding its cultural significance.
