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, the Indian …

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 frequently used...

2025年3月28日 · 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 turmeric that …

2024年5月1日 · 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 to make …

2025年9月16日 · Turmeric is commonly used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, and other foods. The turmeric root is also used to make alternative medicine.

Curcuma is one of the most beautiful easy outdoor plants. Learn how to grow curcuma, a long-blooming plant that loves heat and looks gorgeous all summer.

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 tropical and …

2025年12月24日 · 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 might …

2025年12月18日 · Curcumin is the primary bioactive substance in turmeric. It has anti-inflammatory properties and can alleviate symptoms of depression as well as improve pain and function in people …

Brown explains that the active ingredient in turmeric is a natural compound (polyphenol) called curcumin, which has both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. “Curcumin has many …