Yellow Turmeric Plant – Curcuma longa Live Rhizome, 4–6 Inches

About This Plant

Yellow Turmeric, botanically Curcuma longa, is a tropical rhizomatous perennial. This live plant arrives as a sprouted rhizome with established green growth and orange-gold interior rhizome. It grows upright and clumping with broad green foliage in warm conditions.

What You Will Receive

Live Yellow Turmeric rhizome plant • Plant size: approximately 4–6 inches • Established green sprout or foliage • Mature Curcuma longa rhizome • Naturally grown without chemical treatments • Shipped without a pot • Ready for planting upon arrival

Growing Information

• Common Name: Yellow Turmeric
• Botanical Name: Curcuma longa
• Plant Type: Tropical rhizomatous perennial
• Growth Stage: Sprouted live rhizome
• Sun Requirements: Bright light to partial sun
• Soil: Rich, fertile, loose, well-draining
• Planting Depth: Approximately 1–2 inches
• Watering: Keep consistently moist but not soggy during active growth
• Foliage: Broad, lush green tropical leaves
• Rhizome Color (interior): Orange-gold
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast in warm conditions
• Temperature: Warm tropical conditions preferred
• Dormancy: Foliage may naturally die back during dormancy
• Propagation: Produces additional underground rhizomes
• Container Friendly: Yes
• Indoor Friendly: Yes, with sufficient warmth and light

Care Tip: Plant the rhizome 1–2 inches deep in rich, well-draining soil with the emerging growth positioned upward. Keep the plant warm and consistently moist during active growth, avoiding waterlogged soil. For colder climates, containers help protect the rhizomes during temperature drops.