1. What is Kasturi Turmeric Powder?
Kasturi turmeric, botanically known as Curcuma aromatica, is a type of wild turmeric that is different from the regular turmeric (Curcuma longa) used in Indian kitchens. Native to South and Southeast Asia, this variety of turmeric is cherished for its unique medicinal and cosmetic properties rather than culinary applications.
Unlike regular turmeric, Kasturi turmeric is not edible due to its bitter taste and potential toxicity in high doses when ingested. Instead, it is widely revered in Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, as a skin healer and beautifier. It grows in hilly regions, especially in parts of India like Kerala and Karnataka.