A rare and highly valued medicinal turmeric variety known for its dark bluish-black rhizomes and strong traditional herbal importance. Black turmeric is prized for both its medicinal value and its attractive tropical foliage.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Type: Medicinal herb / rhizome plant
Flower Appearance: Pale pink to yellow flowers emerging from cone-shaped bracts
Growth Habit: Upright clumping plant with leafy stems
Foliage Type: Broad tropical green leaves often with a reddish midrib
Growth Season (India): Spring to monsoon

Fragrance
Strong earthy and camphor-like aroma from the rhizomes

Climate Requirement
Ideal Temperature Range: 20–35°C
Sunlight Needs: Partial shade to filtered sunlight
Frost Tolerance: Not frost tolerant

Container Growing
Highly suitable for: Herbal gardens, terrace planters, balcony pots, and shaded garden beds
Container Size Recommendation: Minimum 12–14 inch wide container
Soil Type: Rich, well-draining soil with high organic matter
Water Requirement: Moderate watering; keep soil slightly moist during active growth