Botanical Name: Curcuma longa Family Name: Zingiberaceae Name in some International Languages: Hindi Name: Haldi Spanish-Curcuma Arabic-Kurcum Chinese-Yu.Chin Flavor Characteristics: Musky Flavor, slightly bitter and fragrant Usage Profile: Foods, medicines and cosmetics Commercial part: Rhizome or underground stem Turmeric has been used medicinally throughout Asia to treat stomach and liver ailments. It is a natural blood purifier. It is also used externally, to heal sores, as a cosmetic and for many other health benefits; it aids digestion, and helps to fight against infection and many more