Turmeric is actually an underground rhizome that has unique phytochemical pigments having medicinal properties. These compounds impart intense flavor, color, and distinctive fragrance to the recipes. It is root turmeric from the family of ginger or Zingiberaceae. Their scientific name is Curcuma longa. Their roots and leaves have been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicines for their anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-cancer properties. Turmeric is from the sub-Himalayan mountain region and now it is grown widely in many parts of the tropical and subtropical regions. The plant will grow up to a meter in height and features aromatic, miniature plantain-like leaves. Dried turmeric root possesses numerous health benefits and beauty benefits.
Here are some of the Health Benefits of Turmeric mentioned below: Turmeric will not cause any side effects, but if you use blood thinners then consult your doctor before trying turmeric powder. Harvesting Methods Turmeric is harvested in the winter season. The roots are taken only when the plant dies. This is because the plant transfers all its nutrients into rhizomes only when it dies. Then the whole plant is dried up in sunlight and the roots are extracted. Botanical Name : Curcuma Aromatica Common Name : Indian Saffron, Aromatic Turmeric, Yellow Zeodary Tamil Name : Manjal Hindi Name : हल्दी – Haldi Bengali Name : হলুদ – Haluda Malayalam Name : മഞ്ഞൾ – Mannal Marathi Name : Halada Telugu Name : పసుపు – Pasupu Gujarati Name : હળદર – Haladara
100 gm of Turmeric root provides
Prasad –
I got a good condition of turmeric root, I planted half of what I bought in my home terrace pots and using rest of turmeric root for cosmetic use. My family is waiting to see how they grow. We will share with you after 6 more months the quality and quantity of turmeric available to us.
Pradeep Chandra –
70% of the turmeric roots I buy from Moolihai are root sprouted. Very nice, my terrace garden will be overgrown with plants in a few more days. I will surely update my review soon.
Jack –
Excellent, fresh, and healthy turmeric rhizomes Moolihai have sent it to me…