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Turmeric

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Medium difficultySummer/Monsoon
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Sunlight
Partial Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
12" pot
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Start from
Rhizome planting

About Turmeric

Rhizomatous spice crop containing anti-inflammatory curcumin compound. Bright yellow roots used in cooking, medicine, and natural dyes. Requires 8-9 months to mature underground.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20-30
Heat stress above
35°C
Cold stress below
15°C
Humidity
High
Rain sensitivity
Moderate

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–259
Stage 3
Harvest
Day 260–290

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