Indian turmeric, known for its bright golden-yellow color and warm, bitter taste, is one of the most popular and revered spices in the world. Used in both culinary and traditional medicinal applications, turmeric is celebrated for its unique properties. e offer the highest quality turmeric sourced from the finest farms in southern India.
Property
Specification
Scientific Name
Curcuma longa
Common Name
Turmeric
Family
Zingiberaceae
Plant Type
Herbaceous, Perennial
Height
0.6 to 1 meter (2 to 3 feet)
Stem
Short, underground rhizome (the part used for spice)
Leaves
Large, oblong, lance-shaped, dark green, leathery
Flowers
Yellow to orange, produced in dense, cone-shaped spikes
Flowering Season
Summer
Rhizome
Thick, fleshy, orange-yellow interior with rough brown skin
Root System
Extensive fibrous roots, mainly concentrated in the rhizome
Taste
Pungent, slightly bitter, with a warm, earthy flavor
Texture
Firm and crunchy when raw, soft and earthy when cooked
Color
Bright orange-yellow (rhizome), dark green (leaves
