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Botanical Name: Curcuma longa
Country of Origin: India
English Name: Turmeric Powder Extract
French Name: Extrait de Curcuma en Poudre
Sanskrit Name: Haridra
Hindi Name: Haldi Extract Powder
Also Known As: Turmeric Extract Powder, Curcuma Extract
Part Used: Rhizomes (underground stems) of Curcuma longa
Description: Turmeric Powder Extract is produced from the mature rhizomes of Curcuma longa, a tropical perennial plant native to South Asia and widely cultivated in India and other warm regions. The plant typically grows between 60 and 100 centimeters tall, forming broad green leaves and pale-yellow flowering spikes during the growing season. Beneath the soil, thick finger-shaped rhizomes develop with a deep orange interior. Harvesting takes place once the foliage naturally begins to dry back, indicating full rhizome maturity and optimal pigment development.
After harvesting, the rhizomes are thoroughly cleaned to remove soil and natural debris, then gently dried under controlled conditions. The dried material is processed into an extract using food-grade extraction methods, concentrating the natural compounds of the root into a fine, uniform powder. This extract powder reflects the characteristic golden-orange colour of turmeric while offering a smooth, free-flowing texture suitable for blending and formulation.
The finished Turmeric Powder Extract displays a bright yellow to deep golden-orange tone with a fine, silky consistency. It remains stable during storage, retaining its colour and visual uniformity over time. The powdered extract format allows for easy handling, accurate measuring, and consistent incorporation into various applications while preserving the botanical identity of Curcuma longa.
Uses: Turmeric Powder Extract is commonly used in culinary flavour blends, beverage mixes, tea-style infusions, and powdered botanical formulations where concentrated turmeric colour and flavour are desired. It is also suitable for cosmetic formulations, bath products, natural colouring projects, botanical sachets, and craft applications. Turmeric Powder Extract is frequently included in educational botanical collections to demonstrate rhizome processing and extraction techniques. Its fine texture allows for precise portioning, easy blending with other botanicals, and versatile use in both home kitchens and professional food or formulation environments, offering consistent quality and vibrant natural colour.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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