Plant Synonyms
Curcuma domestica Valeton
Curcuma tinctoria Guibourt
Kua domestica Medik.
Stissera curcuma Giseke
Plant Names - Common - Regional - Vernacular
Hindi | Haldi |
Tamil | Manjal |
Telugu | Pasupu |
Kannada | Kasturi Haldi |
Malayalam | Manjal |
Bengali | Haldi |
English | Turmeric |
Eclipta prostrata (Bhringaraja) extracted juice of plant with Haldi (Curcuma longa) is taken (one teaspoon, two times daily) for one week to treat sluggishness of liver [Sluggish Liver] (Bargarh, Chohan, 6893).
Source: Hippocratic Journal of Unani Medicine July - September 2012, Vol. 7 No. 3, Pages 59-75
Curcuma longa L. Haldi Zingiberaceae Anthelmintic, carminative, antimicrobial
Curcuma longa L. Pasupu Zingiberaceae Rhizome Antiseptic
Curcuma longa L. Haldi Zingiberaceae Herb Rhizome Curcumin, Vitamin A, Proteins
Curcuma longa L. Herb Whole plant Cold; inflammations; skin disease; tooth ache; antiseptic; cuts; wounds; eye disease; cough; asthma; gonorrhea; urinary disease; diabetes; dysentery; body ache; jaundice; menstural problems; gynaecological disorders; eczema; bed sore; antisnake venom; postpartum health; increases lactation; malaria; chronic liver diseases General Asha and Pushpangadan 2002, Chenniappan and Kadarkarai 2010, Chithra et al. 2016, Manikandan 2005, Muralidhara Rao and Pullaiah 2007, Samy et al. 2008
Turmeric is highly effective in pacifying Kapha dosha, as recommended by Patanjali.
Turmeric is not just limited to the kitchen but is also renowned for its powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The active compound curcumin is responsible for its skin benefits, as it helps to neutralize free radicals that can cause premature ageing and dullness. Turmeric also plays a crucial role in enhancing collagen production, which is important for maintaining skin elasticity. By incorporating turmeric into your skincare routine, you can achieve a more even skin tone while reducing the appearance of dark spots and enhancing your skin's natural radiance. Its brightening effects make it an excellent choice for those looking to achieve a luminous complexion naturally.
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Citations
Dongmo Nguepi, Mireille S., Ubre S. Itoe, Fred A. Itoe, David Woutouoba Ntieche, Darline Dize, Raoul Kemzeu, Paul A. Noubissi et al. "Persea Americana, Curcuma Longa and Allium Sativum Extracts Exhibit Cercaricidal, Anti-inflammatory and Anti-oxidant Activities." South African Journal of Botany 169, (2024): 268-275. Accessed May 7, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2024.04.024.
WFO (2024): Curcuma longa L. Published on the Internet;http://www.worldfloraonline.org/taxon/wfo-0000365771. Accessed on: 10 May 2024