Curcuma caesia

Curcuma caesia

Curcuma caesia
familia	Zingiberaceae
genus	Curcuma
subfamilia	{{{subfamilia}}}
species	C. caesia
binomial	Curcuma caesia
binomial_authority	Roxb.
unranked_ordo	Commelinids
unranked_classis	Monocots
ordo	Zingiberales
regnum	Plantae

Curcuma caesia is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is commonly known as black turmeric or black zedoary. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.

Description

Curcuma caesia is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has dark purple-black rhizomes with a strong aroma. The leaves are large, lanceolate, and green in color. The inflorescence is a spike-like structure with yellow or white flowers.

Medicinal Uses

Curcuma caesia has been used in traditional medicine for its various medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. The rhizomes of Curcuma caesia are used to treat various ailments such as cough, cold, asthma, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye and in the preparation of traditional cosmetics.

Cultivation

Curcuma caesia is cultivated for its medicinal and ornamental purposes. It requires a warm and humid climate to grow. The plant prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is usually done through rhizome division.