Turmeric root. Rhizome
The rhizome maggots affect turmeric in such a way that it normalizes blood sugar. It also reduces the possibility of Alzheimer's Disease.
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Turmeric is the spice that is a fleshy rhizome related to ginger. Both belong to the same botanical family, Zingiberaceae, and have a similar appearance with a bright orange color when ground into a powder. Turmeric is commonly used for its earthy flavor and vibrant color in cooking and traditional medicine.
The scientific name of the turmeric plant is Curcuma longa.
The rhizome is a creeping underground stem of some plants. A rhizome is thick and swollen and acts as a food store. Iris is an example of a rhizomatous plant.
The purpose of a rhizome is to store nutrients and water, allow for vegetative reproduction, and anchor the plant in the soil. It also serves as a means of spreading the plant to new areas.
Ginger is a rhizome, Celery is not.
The banana plant can be grown through its rhizome with sprouts (false stem)
A rhizome is an underground stem that can produce new leaves and roots. It grows horizontally underground and can send out shoots and roots at various points. Examples of plants with rhizomes include ginger, bamboo, and iris.