Blue Turmeric

Blue turmeric aka black tuermic (Curcuma caesia) is a member of the Zingiberaceae family which also includes ginger, cardamom, and galangal.

Like ginger, the underground stems, or rhizomes, of turmeric have been used for thousands of years in Indian, South Asian, East African, and Caribbean cooking and is a major component in curry recipes. It is said to have many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties. Grows extremely well in Florida. Likes rich soil and part shade. Plant spring and into summer. Harvest when the leaves turn brown in winter. Does well in a large pot. 

Blue turmeric is said to be very medicinal, it has higher levels of camphor and other flavonoids. 

1 Gallon pot

Part shade Sun 

Plant March-August