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Indian Turmeric, often referred to as 'Indian Saffron' due to its vibrant yellow hue, is recognized globally for its superior quality. Sourced from various regions in India, each variety embodies distinct properties influenced by its geographical origin. Turmeric, scientifically known as Curcuma longa, features boiled, dried, cleaned, and polished rhizomes. This herbaceous perennial plant grows between 60-90 cm high and boasts several unique anatomical characteristics. Turmeric is celebrated not only for its culinary applications but also for its numerous health benefits, making it a staple in both food and traditional medicine. Different grades of whole turmeric are available based on cultivation methods and regional differences, ensuring authenticity and quality.

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Features Description
Type Finer/Bulbs
Moisture Content Max 12%
Broken Pieces Less than 5%
Defectives Less than 2%
Acid Insoluble Ash 2.5%
Flexibility Hard
Extraneous Foreign Matter Max 0.50%
Mold Content Max 3%
Flavor Profile Aromatic with a penetrating flavor
Plant Description Herbaceous perennial, 60-90 cm high with tufted leaves
Attributes Description
Scientific Name Curcuma longa
Leaf Characteristics 30-40 cm length, 8-12 cm width
Number of Leaves 7 to 12 leaves
Inflorescence Length 10-15 cm
Flowers per Inflorescence 30 flowers
Seed Characteristics Produced in capsules with numerous sunken capsules

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Brand:VARPI

Country of Origin:India

Type:                                                               Finer/Bulbs

Moisture:                                                         Max 12%

Broken Pieces:                                                Less than 5%

Defectives:                                                      Less than 2%

Acid Insoluble Ash:                                          2.5%

Flexibility:                                                        Hard

Extraneous Foreign Matter (% by Weight) :  Max 0.50%

Mold (% by Weight):                                      Max 3%

Flavor:                                                            Aromatic with a Penetrating Flavor


Turmeric is the boiled, dried, cleaned and polished rhizomes of Curcuma longa. The plant is a herbaceous perennial, 60-90 cm high, with a short stem and tufted leaf. There are 7 to 12 leaves, the leaf sheaths form the pseudo stem. The lamina is green above and pale green below and has a length of 30-40 cm and width 8-12 cm. Inflorescence is a central spike of 10-15 cm length. 1-4 flowers are born in the axis of the bract opening one at a time. About 30 flowers are produced in a spike. Seeds are produced in capsules and there will be one to numerous sunken capsules in an inflorescence.   



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