Lesser galangal
Alpinia officinarum
Sharper-flavored rhizome used medicinally and as a spice, mainly in China.
Family
Zingiberaceae
Temperature
19-27°C (absolute 15-36°C)
Rainfall
1500-3000mm (absolute 1100-4000mm)
Soil pH
4.5-5.5 (absolute 4-6)
Soil types
Well-drained fertile soil.