How to Grow and Care for Curcuma

Siam tulip (Curcuma alismatifolia) is an exotic perennial that produces tropical-looking pink blossoms from late spring to early fall. Its moderate salt tolerance makes it ideal for coastal areas. It prefers full sun to partial shade and will grow to 61 cm tall in moderately moist soil.

White turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can grow 61 to 91 cm tall. Its exquisite, long-lasting flowers resemble stacks of bright tulip blossoms. The flowers vary in color from white to shades of pink, blooming from summer to fall. White turmeric spread through the Pacific Islands with early Austronesian peoples as much as 5000 years ago.

Common turmeric is a member of the ginger family, and the roots of this plant are often used as cooking for a seasoning agent. They can be used fresh or ground after boiling and drying. The distinctive orange color of the ground-up root is an identifying trait; Tumeric can also be used as a dye.

The aromatic tumeric or curcuma is native to the South Asian region. The roots of the plant are fragrant and yellow-white. The roots are edible and a popular spice at home. It is also extensively used in the cosmetic industry and has been used as a traditional medicine for centuries.

Aussie plume is a vibrant herbaceous perennial from Australia, notable for its eye-catching, pink to purple inflorescences that emerge as cone-like structures. These striking flowers spring from the ground, typically without visible foliage, adding exotic allure to its subtropical habitat. The plant thrives in warm, moist conditions, its rhizomes spreading underground to form clumps that annually grace the landscape with their unique blooms.