Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Layer 6 · Roots
Edible companion

Status by region

No restrictions recorded in the lists we checked.

Checked against the European Union list (Regulation 1143/2014) · Portugal's national invasive species list (Decreto-Lei 92/2019).

Information based on the cited sources, not legal advice — always confirm your local rules.

About

Native to South Asia, it is a herbaceous perennial plant with aromatic rhizomes of a bright orange colour. In food forests, it occupies the underground layer, preferring rich soils and constant moisture during growth.

See which trees turmeric grows well with

We have no trees recorded with this species yet. Start from the tree on your land.

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Needs

Water: High
Light: Partial shade
Size: Herbaceous up to 1 m
Mature diameter: 0.5 m
Soils: Loam, Sandy
Climates: Hot, dry Mediterranean

Calendar

January — Harvest
February
March
April — Planting
May — Planting
June
July
August
September
October
November — Harvest
December — Harvest

Harvest
Planting

Medicinal use: The rhizomes are widely consumed as a culinary seasoning and possess strong anti-inflammatory properties.

Where to buy

May grow well with

Suggestions worked out from growing conditions — same soil and climate, complementary layers and functions. These are not observed guilds; treat them as a starting point to try on your own land.