Black Turmeric – Curcuma caesia

$35.00

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You can plant the coir pot directly into the ground, which will eliminate root disturbance and help keep your plant happy. The roots will make their way through the pot and into the soil. The pot itself will decompose within about two months in healthy, watered soil.

Description

Curcuma caesia. 3.7L coir pot.

Native to north – east India, this often hard to find perennial is valued more for its medicinal properties rather than its culinary uses.

Traditionally used for blood sugar regulation, digestive issues and respiratory support.

Powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant and analgesic properties, among others (please do your own research).

Lush tropical foliage and pink – white flowers.

The rhizome is blue – black in colour when cut.

The plant enjoys a part shade position in moist soil, and should grow about 1m high by 1m wide.

Ideal for pots.