Turmeric plant, Indian saffron

Growth typeRhizome, perennial
Plant height40 cm to 80 cm
Growth characteristicsupright, runner
Flower colorviolet, white
PrimeAugust, July
Flower shapeear-like, cylindrical
Leaf colorgreen
Leaf shapeelongated lanceolate, oval, pointed
Soil typesandy to loamy
Lightfull sun to partial shade
pH valuesour to slightly sour
Winter hardinessfrost-sensitive
Decorative or utility valueOrnamental plant, culinary herb, medicinal plant
Toxicitynon-toxic
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