Question

Is turmeric a root or stem?

Answer 1

Turmeric is the underground stem of a ginger-like plant (rhizome).

Turmeric underground stem:

1. Turmeric's subterranean stem is known as a rhizome, and it is divided into two parts: the core pear-shaped mother rhizome and the lateral axillary branches known as fingers.
2. They are usually found as a brilliant yellow, fine powder in the ground.
3. Turmeric has a rough, segmented surface and is a tuberous rhizome.