Latin name: Curcuma longa
Also know as:  Turmeric, Haridra, Curcuma, Kurkuma, Yellow Root

Origin: India
Supplier-ID: BI-A6013X

Curcuma longa – Turmeric Root

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a spice that has traditional usage worldwide, but is mostly known to be used in Indian dishes where it is primarily associated with curry. Turmeric has been used in Asia for centuries and is a major part of Ayurveda, Siddha medicine, traditional Chinese medicine.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) contains several bioactive compounds, notably curcumin. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties and decent evidence for indications from chronic pain to depression. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to increase the amount of antioxidants that the body produces.