Curcuma Collection

Curcuma Flower (Curcuma alismatifolia), Sierra Maestra, Granma Province, Cuba

Zedoary or white turmeric, Turmeric zedoaria 1, flower a, leaf b, and grains of paradise, Aframomum melegueta 2
FLO4574500 Zedoary or white turmeric, Turmeric zedoaria 1, flower a, leaf b, and grains of paradise, Aframomum melegueta 2

Turmeric flower, leaves and rhizome root, Curcuma longa
5856568 Turmeric flower, leaves and rhizome root, Curcuma longa; (add.info.: Turmeric flower, leaves and rhizome root, Curcuma longa)

Pink inflorescence and brown rhizome of round turmeric
5855637 Pink inflorescence and brown rhizome of round turmeric.; (add.info.: Pink inflorescence and brown rhizome of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda (Zingiberacea)

Leaf of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda L. (Zingiberacea)
5855636 Leaf of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda L. (Zingiberacea); (add.info.: Leaf of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda L. (Zingiberacea), used in Chinese medicine and Indian Ayurveda

Rhizome and roots of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice
5855633 Rhizome and roots of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice.; (add.info.: Rhizome and roots of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice

Yellow flowers and leaves of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea)
5855632 Yellow flowers and leaves of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea); (add.info.: Yellow flowers and leaves of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice

Rhizome and inflorescence of turmeric, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea)
5855635 Rhizome and inflorescence of turmeric, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea); (add.info.: Rhizome and pink inflorescence of turmeric, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq)

Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria
5855092 Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria; (add.info.: Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea)
5855634 Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea); (add.info.: Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq)

Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa
5856765 Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Root rhizome, leaves and yellow flowers of the long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa)

Zedoary or white turmeric, Curcuma zedoaria. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Turmeric or ukon, Curcuma longa, Curcuma. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lagesse after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Garcinia cambogia and turmeric
Brindleberry or garcinia cambogia, Garcinia gummi-gutta, and turmeric, Curcuma longa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Turmeric, Curcuma longa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Kirchner from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Rhizome and roots of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants

Yellow flowers and leaves of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Inflorescence and rhizome of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

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Leaf of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda L. (Zingiberacea), used in Chinese medicine and Ayurveda.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Rhizome and pink inflorescence of turmeric, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea).. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L var macrophylla
Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea).. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Assorted spices C014 / 1501
Assorted spices

Ginger (Curcuma sp. ) C013 / 5439
Ginger (Curcuma sp.) in flower

Curcuma sp. turmeric
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Curcuma sp. turmeric from Asia

Kempferi ovatifolia, colouring turmeric
Plate 4 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Curcuma augustifolia, malabar arrowroot
Illustration by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Curcuma flowers
Curcuma sp. in flower

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Curcuma, also known as turmeric, is a vibrant and versatile plant that holds immense value in various forms. From its stunning yellow flowers to its long-rooted rhizomes, it offers a range of benefits and uses. In Sierra Maestra, Granma Province, Cuba, the Curcuma Flower (Curcuma alismatifolia) blooms with grace and elegance. Its delicate petals bring color to the landscape and add beauty to any garden. The Long-rooted turmeric (Curcuma longa) is renowned for its medicinal properties. This ancient herb has been used for centuries in traditional medicine due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. It not only adds flavor to dishes but also promotes overall well-being. Zedoary or white turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria) is another variety that stands out with its unique appearance. With its pale complexion and distinct aroma, it adds depth to culinary creations while offering potential health benefits such as improved digestion. Garcinia cambogia combined with turmeric creates a powerful blend of natural remedies. This combination has gained popularity in recent years for weight management support and promoting healthy metabolism. Turmeric leaves (Curcuma longa L var macrophylla) are not just decorative; they have their own set of advantages too. These large leaves can be used in cooking or even brewed into tea for their potential anti-inflammatory properties. The rhizome and roots of turmeric hold significant value as they contain curcumin—a compound known for its potent antioxidant properties. Extracts from this golden spice are often utilized in supplements or skincare products due to their numerous health benefits. Whether it's the yellow flowers or the pink inflorescence, every part of the curcuma plant serves a purpose. Its versatility extends beyond mere aesthetics; it brings forth an array of flavors, colors, textures, scents—and most importantly—health benefits.