Plant Profile: Curcuma longa

Taxonomy: Curcuma longa

Names

Turmeric

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Genus:Curcuma

Species:longa

Family:Zingiberaceae

Turmeric, a member of the ginger family, produces edible rhizomes that are vibrant yellow in color. These rhizomes are commonly utilized for both dyeing fabrics and enhancing the flavor of various dishes.

Curcuma longa Feature Summary

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Tags

#edible plant
#perennial
#rhizomes
#herbaceous perennial

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Curcuma longa Feature Summary

Attributes
Perennial
Whole Plant Traits
Perennial
Herbaceous Perennial
Herb

Curcuma longa Attributes

Curcuma longa: Life Cycle

Annual
Biennial
Bulb
Perennial
Woody

Curcuma longa Whole Plant Traits

Curcuma longa: Plant Type

Annual
Bulb
Carnivorous
Edible
Epiphyte
Fern
Ground Cover
Herb
Herbaceous Perennial
Houseplant
Mushroom
Native Plant
Ornamental Grasses and Sedges
Perennial
Poisonous
Rose
Shrub
Succulent
Tree
Turfgrass
Vegetable
Vine
Water Plant
Weed
Wildflower

Curcuma longa Leaves

Curcuma longa: Leaf Color

spa
Green

Curcuma longa: Hairs Present

No
Yes

Curcuma longa Stem

Curcuma longa: Stem Is Aromatic

No
Yes