Huanglaomen Ginger

Last updated 2026-11-10 — The cultivation of ginger in Huanglaomen Township, Jiujiang County boasts a remarkably long history. Legend has it that people began growing ginger here as early as the Ming Dynasty, dating back over 600 years. To this day, locals still pass down the saying "Chen Youqiong’s sweet potatoes, Zhu Yuanzhang’s ginger." The exact name of Huanglaomen ginger is unclear, but it is commonly referred to as "Huanglaomen ginger." Compared to ginger from other regions, Huanglaomen ginger not only shares the inherent qualities of ginger but also has its unique characteristics: first, it has a fresh and spicy flavor with a long-lasting aftertaste; second, it contains more dry matter and less moisture; third, it is highly resistant to storage and can be kept for extended periods without easily turning black or rotting after being cut. As a result, Huanglaomen ginger has enjoyed a prestigious reputation in the province and along the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River since ancient times, with most of its fresh produce being sold to cities such as Nanchang, Jiujiang, Wuhan, Nanjing, and Shanghai.