Also known as Black Turmeric · কʼলা হালধি
Curcuma caesia, a striking ginger relative, features lance-shaped leaves and showy, fragrant pinkish-white flower spikes emerging from the soil. Native to South Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect
75% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight or bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-27°C. Protect from frost and cool drafts.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growth; cease during dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering is a common cause of root rot, especially in cooler temperatures.
Prune away any dead or yellowing foliage as it appears to maintain the plant's health and appearance. After flowering, allow the flower stalks to naturally die back.
Minimal pruning is otherwise required, focusing on removing spent leaves and stems.
Propagate by division of rhizomes in spring before new growth begins. Carefully divide mature rhizomes, ensuring each piece has at least one eye or growing point.
Plant divisions in well-draining potting mix and water lightly.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring as new growth emerges, or when the rhizomes become crowded. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Curcuma Caesia (Curcuma caesia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Curcuma |
| Species | Curcuma caesia |
Similar in genus Curcuma
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