Dried Turmeric
Scientific Name: Curcuma longa
English Name: Dried Turmeric
Botanical Description
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It grows from an underground rhizome, which is used as a spice and herbal medicine. The plant features broad, elongated leaves and yellow-green flowers. When dried, the moisture is removed from the rhizome to preserve its medicinal and nutritional properties, then ground into a fine yellow powder.
Types
Whole dried turmeric: The rhizome is dried completely for use in cooking and medicine.
Dried turmeric powder: The most common form, used as a spice and in dietary supplements.
Dried turmeric extract: Used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
Health Benefits and Medicinal Uses
Powerful anti-inflammatory: Helps reduce joint pain and body inflammation.
Improves digestive health: Aids in treating indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome.
Boosts immunity: Contains antioxidants that protect the body from diseases.
Enhances brain function: May help lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Supports heart health: Helps lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
Relieves muscle and joint pain: Used topically for inflammation treatment.
Culinary and Medical Uses
Used as a spice to add flavor and color to food.
Incorporated into dietary supplements to support overall health.
Used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation and colds.
Added to skincare products to combat wrinkles and treat acne.
Cultivation Methods
Grows best in fertile, well-drained soil, preferably sandy loam.
Requires a warm and humid climate, with ideal temperatures between 20-30°C.
The rhizome is planted directly in the soil at a depth of 5-7 cm, with adequate spacing between plants.
Requires regular watering without over-irrigation to prevent root rot.
Medicinally Used Part
The dried rhizome or its powder is used for therapeutic and nutritional purposes.
Planting Season
Turmeric is planted in spring (March – April) in hot and humid regions.
It takes 8-10 months to reach harvest stage.
Active Compounds
Curcumin: A potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound.
Volatile oils: Give turmeric its distinctive aroma and flavor.
Flavonoids: Improve heart health and immunity.
Minerals like iron and magnesium: Support essential bodily functions.
Export Details Worldwide
Container: 20-foot
Type: Powder & Whole dried
Packaging: Bags
Packaging: Automated
Weight: 10 or 20 kilograms
Origin: Egypt
turmeric powder and roots