Description
The Wild Turmeric Plant, known for its aromatic and medicinal properties, is a staple in traditional Indian herbal gardens. Featuring a lush, eye-catching foliage and the unique fragrance of its rhizome, this plant not only enhances garden aesthetics but also contributes to a healthy herbal repository at home.
🌱 Plant Information:
Botanical Name: Curcuma aromatica
Common Names: Kasthurimanjal, Kattumanjal, Kattumannar, Pullakizhangu, Wild Turmeric, Cochin Turmeric, Yellow Zedoary
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
✅ Key Features:
- Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
- Aromatic rhizome used in traditional skincare
- Can thrive indoors and outdoors in indirect light
- Requires minimal care, suitable for beginners
- Acts as a natural pest repellent in gardens
🌿 Plant Care Tips:
- Use well-draining soil rich in organic matter
- Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging
- Provide dappled light or partial shade
- Fertilize lightly during the growing season
- Harvest rhizomes in winter after foliage dies back
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