Turmeric

Scientific Name: Curcuma longa

Plant Family: Zingiberaceae

Native Region: Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent

Turmeric

Brief Description

A perennial herbaceous plant with large, lance-shaped, bright green leaves that grow from underground rhizomes. It can reach heights of up to 1 meter (3 feet) and produces pale yellow to white flowers.

Care Instructions

Requires warm temperatures (above 18°C/65°F) and high humidity. It thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining, rich soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but reduce watering during its winter dormancy.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-04-07T12:55:52.826275