| Appearance | Finger-shaped rhizomes |
| Color | Bright yellow to orange |
| Size | Length: 5-10 cm (varies) |
| Shape | Cylindrical, slightly curved |
| Texture | Rough, ridged surface with longitudinal wrinkles |
| Aroma | Strong, earthy, slightly bitter aroma |
| Taste | Bitter, slightly pungent |
| Moisture Content | Typically 10-12% |
| Density | Around 0.8 - 1.0 g/cm³ |