Turmeric (Haldi, Manjal, Arshina)
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Description: Turmeric is the rhizome or underground stem of a ginger-like plant. It is usually ground, as a bright yellow, fine powder. The whole Turmeric is a tuberous rhizome, with a rough, segment skin. The rhizome is yellowish-brown with a dull range interior that looks bright yellow when powdered. Turmeric thrives in the tropics and sub tropics where it requires a hot, moist climate and a fairly light soil. It is propagated through division of the rhizome. India is the world's largest producer of turmeric and accounts for nearly 90 of the world production. Andhra Pradesh produces 45% of the total Indian produce, while Tamil Nadu contributes 22%, Orissa 12%, and Karnataka 6%. The export quantity in 2006-2007 was 51,500 MTs.
Harvesting Season: December to March
Marketing Season: February to May
Uses: Since antiquity, turmeric has been used as a dye and a condiment. It is also used in the preparation of Liquors, medicines, cosmetics and toiletries. It is used as natural colorant. Turmeric is a mild digestive, being aromatic, a stimulant and a carminative. It finds use as an antiseptic. It is used to purify blood. It also helps in protecting the skin from water allergy. Turmeric is used in Ayurvedic medicine.