Product Information: Name: Turmeric Root Scientific name: Curcuma longa Family: Zingiberaceae Origin: India Expiration Date: Provided on the bag Description: Turmeric is a flowering plant, Curcuma longa, of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, the rhizomes of which are used in cooking. The rhizomes are used fresh or boiled in water and dried, after which they are ground into a deep orange-yellow powder,  commonly used as a coloring and flavoring agent in many Asian cuisines, especially for curries, as well as for dyeing. Turmeric powder has a warm, bitter, black pepper-like flavor and earthy, mustard-like aroma, is the spice that gives curry its yellow color. It has been used in India for thousands of years as both a spice and medicinal herb. Contains compounds with medicinal properties.They are called curcuminoids. The most important one is curcumin. Curcumin is the main active ingredient.It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant. PAYMENT PayPal is our only accepted method of payment. We accept PayPal payments from buyers all over the world. PayPal is the safest, easiest and quickest way to make online purchases.  If you do not already have a PayPal account, simply click on the'Buy It Now' button and follow the eBay checkout instructions. You will then be able to enter your card details in order to pay via PayPal even if you do not already have a PayPal account. Paying via PayPal also ensures that your purchase is fully protected and guaranteed. SHIPPING Your PayPal payment will reach us immediately. Once we receive your payment we will dispatch your order within 1-2 days to your registered eBay address. If you need your item sent to an alternative address, you must add the address to your eBay account prior to purchasing. Once your order has been dispatched we will send you an ‘Item Dispatched’ email to let you know that your order is on its wall.