Yellow Turmeric Root Plant - Curcuma longa - 4" Pot

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SKU:
AgriCucumaLT
UPC:
840344213274
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Product Description

Curcuma longa is a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). Its rhizomes (underground stems) are the source of a bright yellow spice and dye. Immediate shipping, 4" Pot Turmeric is sterile (does not produce seed, but it does grow vigorously from the rhizomes). It is thought to have arisen by selection and vegetative propagation of a hybrid between wild turmeric (Curcuma aromatica), native to India, Sri Lanka and the eastern Himalayas, and some other closely related species. Curcuma longa is a perennial plant with roots or tubers deep orange inside. Leaves about 2 feet long, smooth, of a uniform green. Flowers are dull yellow. It is propagated by cuttings from the root. In fresh state, the roots have an aromatic and spicy fragrance, which by drying gives way to a more medicinal aroma.
  • Hardy in zones 7-10
  • Immediate shipping 4" Pot
  • Slightly hidden flowers resemble psychedelic pinecones
  • Curcuma rhizomes have been a source of food, spice, and medicine
  • Cultivated for more than 4000 years

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Reviews

  • 5
    Fast delivery

    Posted by Unknown on Dec 26th 2016

    Hard to find plant

  • 5
    Wonderful plant!

    Posted by Madeleine Jacobs on Oct 31st 2016

    I have been wanting to grow my own tumeric for some time....sadly, I didn't take as good as of my first one as I should have so I reordered another. The plant was large, healthy and well established. I'm really happy with my new tumeric :)