Turmeric

Abstract

Turmeric is an important condiment used mainly for culinary preparations and also as a dye with varied uses in cosmetic industries. It is also used for therapeutical applications externally and internally. ‘Kum-Kum’ is also a product of turmeric which finds a place in offerings on religious and ceremonial occasions. Besides, the byproducts obtained during the polishing of turmeric are used as manure, and for manufacture of incense sticks.