WILD GINGERS is a loose term that refers to plants of the ginger family (Zingi- beraceae) which grow in the wild. They are related to the true ginger (Zingiber officinale) as well as cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) and turmeric (Curcuma domestica), which have been cultivated for ages in Asia for food flavouring and for medicinal and other purposes. Certain "wild ginger" species are also collected to be used as food flavouring and herbal remedies. Recently, "wild ginger" species have gained the attention of horticulturists and gardeners for their beautiful flowers. These are some of the "wild gingers" that I have photographed during my rambles.