| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Scientific name | Kaempferia parviflora |
| Common name (English) | Black Ginger |
| Common name (Malay) | / |
| Identified as | Introduced plant on Project M.A.R.S.’s land |
Kaempferia parviflora, commonly known as black ginger or Thai ginseng, is a perennial rhizomatous herb in the Zingiberaceae family. Native to Thailand and parts of Southeast Asia, it is cultivated for its dark, aromatic rhizomes, which are used in traditional medicine and functional foods. Traditionally, the rhizomes have been valued for their stimulant, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, as well as for enhancing energy, circulation, and male vitality. With its medicinal, cultural, and nutritional significance, Kaempferia parviflora remains an important species in herbal practices and regional health traditions.