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Turmeric
आजची वनस्पती

Curcuma longa

TurmericEvergreen

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms. An excellent air purifier.

FamilyZingiberaceae
GenusCurcuma
NativeIndia
LifespanAnnual

Synonyms

Synonyms are alternative scientific names that have been used in the past for Curcuma longa.

Total Synonyms3
Accepted NameCurcuma longa
BasionymNot listed
Last Updated2026-04-01

List of Synonyms

Curcuma sinensisJacq.synonym
Curcuma sinensisJacq.synonym
Curcuma communisDC.synonym