- Ingredient Name:Turmeric
- Functions:Spice
- Labeling Claims:Organic, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based
- End Uses:Nutraceuticals, Pastries, Sauces, Ice Cream, Biscuits
Webb James Turmeric, like ginger, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family and is grown natively in southern Asia and India. This state is the largest producer and consumer of turmeric. It is also cultivated in southern China, Africa, Brazil, and Central America. The spice consists of a rootstock( rhizome), reddish-orange when fresh, and bright yellow when dried.