Turmeric is the dried knobby shaped rhizome of the plant Curcuma longa. Noted for its bright yellow color, it is related to and similar in appearance to ginger. The origin of the Latin name Curcuma stems from the Arabic word al-kurkum which was the original word for saffron.
Scientifically turmeric is called Cucurma longa. In India it is popularly known as Haldi and is usually yellow in colour. The Indian subcontinent is the native for this rhizomatous plant. The medicinal properties of turmeric are exemplary. The compound curcumin present in turmeric is a very active ingredient which fights against inflammation and is a powerful antioxidant. We are a quality-conscious supplier, exporter and wholesaler of high-quality Indian Turmeric. India is the largest producer and exporter of Turmeric in the world and we are proud to represent our country's Turmeric quality internationally.
Supplier: Black turmeric (cucurma casiea)
Black turmeric is a rare herb. It is the underground portion of the stem, or rhizome, of the Cucurma caesia plant. The plant itself is sometimes grown as an ornamental, but the root has been used for centuries for medicinal and religious purposes.
