This species of Curcuma is native to the Indian subcontinent, where its rhizomes and leaves hold longstanding ethnobotanical value in Ayu...Read Morervedic medicine for both internal and external use. Additionally, the bluish/black rhizome is believed to possess spiritual powers. As such, this species has been overharvested to a point of concern, leaving the species in an endangered situation. Areas where it is protected have been compromised by bio-piracy.
This species of Curcuma, like others, predictably appears to fare best when cultivated in an understory situation that is subjected to only filtered sunlight, regular moisture, warmth, and humidity. When directly sunlight is limited, the foliage retains a deep bluish green color with distinct violet stripe down the midrib. This plant is undoubtedly one of the more visually appealing Curcuma sp., and is deserving of commercial horticultural attention.
This species of Curcuma is native to the Indian subcontinent, where its rhizomes and leaves hold longstanding ethnobotanical value in Ayu...Read More