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Ginger is native to Asia. Dried ginger root is spicier than fresh ginger roots. Dried ginger root has no juice, is less lemony in flavor, has more pungent aroma and spicy taste than fresh ginger. Can be stored at room temperature and has a much longer shelf-life than fresh ginger. Dried ginger requires less preparation and will keep longer than fresh.