Figure 5. (a) Freshly harvested turmeric rhizomes from a single spot after rinsed thoroughly, (b) Turmeric rhizomes in 500 mL dH2O for softening using microwave after skin was scraped, (c) Sliced turmeric rhizome after microwave prior to drying, (d) Turmeric rhizome dried at 60°C for 24 h, (e) Turmeric powder after grinding

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Optimizing Cultivation Parameters and Bioactive Potential of Curcuma longa L. in Non-Traditional Climates

Bipul K Biswas, Nichole Mullen, Arthur Roberson

Research in Plant Sciences. 2026, 14(1), 19-27 doi:10.12691/plant-14-1-3