Tumeric

How to eat

Use it in smoothies, tea, add it to scrambles, rice, roasted veggies, spoups, stews

Nutritional Info

Rich in curcumin, iron, manganese

Medicinal Uses

Anti-inflammatory, liver support, joint health

Planting Distance

Rhizome pieces planted 30–40 cm apart in rows spaced 60–75 cm apart. Prefers moist, fertile, and well-drained soils. Benefits from mulch and shade from taller plants

Harvest Time

8–10 months after planting, once the leaves begin to yellow and die back. In Costa Rica, commonly planted at the start of the rainy season (May–June) and harvested in the dry season (January–March)