CURCUMA longa Turmeric
CURCUMA longa Turmeric is an edible ginger. Broad green leaves with white graduating to green at the base in summer. Tubers are edible. Also makes an excellent cut flower. Height up to 1.5mt. Plant in full sun or shady position. Also a good container plant.
Curcumas become dormant in winter therefore watering should be with held.