Sunday, July 23, 2023

Black Turmeric (Curcuma caesia)

For outplanting. Black Turmeric (Curcuma caesia), is a perennial herb with bluish-black rhizome, native to North-East and Central India. The rhizome is bitter, hot taste with pungent smell. Black Turmeric is used in Tantrik Sadhana. The dried leaves are used as a source for fuel. Northern tribes use Black Turmeric as a talisman to keep the evil spirits away. 



Presently Black Turmeric is on the verge of extinction. Claimed to be useful in treating Piles, Leprosy, Bronchitis, Asthma, Cancer, Epilepsy, Fever, Wounds, Impotency, Fertility, Menstrual disorders, tooth ache, vomiting etc.



Limited planting mterials available at BORIS PRIVATE SANCTUM.



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