Curcuma (/ ˈkɜːrkjʊmə /) [2] is a genus of plants in the ginger family Zingiberaceae that contains such species as turmeric and Siam tulip. They are native to Southeast Asia, southern China, …

May 1, 2024 · Curcuma is prized because of its long, tubular rhizomes, which have a bright orange color. The rhizomes can be eaten raw, but they are primarily boiled, dried, and ground …

Aug 14, 2025 · Curcuma is a tropical plant that thrives in warm, humid conditions and is best planted in Zones 8-11. This plant requires moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and blooms in …

Jul 8, 2025 · Research shows that turmeric has several potential benefits for your body and brain. Many of these benefits come from its main active ingredient, curcumin. Turmeric is a spice that …

Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It contains a chemical called curcumin, which might reduce swelling. Turmeric has a warm, bitter taste and is …

Mar 28, 2025 · Turmeric is a spice that comes from the root of the C urcuma longa plant, which is part of the ginger family. Its major active ingredient is curcumin. “Curcumin is what gives …

Some Curcuma species possess medicinal, edible, and ornamental values. Curcuma longa, the most well-known species of the Curcuma genus, is grown in warm climates and cultivated in …

Dec 24, 2025 · Turmeric and its main antioxidant, curcumin, can help reduce inflammation and pain. It may boost brain health and mood by helping with memory and lowering depression. It …

Nov 8, 2025 · turmeric, (Curcuma longa), perennial herbaceous plant of the ginger family, the tuberous rhizomes (underground stems), of which have been used from antiquity as a …

Mar 22, 2024 · Turmeric is a bright yellow spice that is derived from the underground stems, or rhizomes, of the Curcuma longa plant. The plant is part of the ginger family and is grown in …