Production Technology of Curcuma aromatica, C. caesia.pptx

Production Technology of Curcuma aromatica, C. caesia.

1. Production Technology of underutilized aromatic crops- Curcuma aromatica , C. caesia Presented by: 24/HAMPPS/016

2. Introduction Curcuma aromatica Salisb . (wild turmeric) Family : Zingiberaceae Common names : Wild Turmeric, Kasturi manjal Active constituent : curcumin (1-2%), camphor, cineole Curcuma caesia Roxb . (Black turmeric) Family : Zingiberaceae Common Names : Black Turmeric, Kali Haldi Rhizomes are blusih -black inside and have a camphoroceous aroma Active constituents : camphor, curzerenone , curcumenol , germacrone

3. Uses and importance Curcuma aromatica Curcuma caesia Cosmetics and perfumery Medicinal and ritual uses Skin care, antiseptic and aromatic oil Used in traditional medicine for asthma, epilepsy and wounds Ingredient in herbal face creams and soaps Anti-inflammatory and antioxident

4. Soil and Climate Curcuma aromatica and Curcuma caesia thrive in well-drained, loam or loamy soil. Temperature : 20-35 C Ph : 5.5-7.0 Climate : warm and humid tropical to subtropical with consistent rainfall.

5. Land Preparation Land Is Ploughed 3-4 Times To A Fine Tilth. Raised Beds Or Ridges And Furrows Are Formed (Width 1-1.2 M) Well Decomposed FYM @20-25 T/Ha Is Incorporated Before Planting.

6. Propagation and planting Parameter Curcuma aromatica Curcuma caesia Propagation Rhizomes or mother rhizome fingers Rhizomes (2-3 cm pieces with one bud) Rhizome rate 2000-2500 kg/ha 1500-2000 kg/ha Planting time April - May May – June spacing 30 x 30 cm or 45 x 45 cm 45 x 30 cm Depth of planting 5-7 cm 5-7 cm

7. Manuring and Fertilization Organic cultivation preferred for medicinal crops – use compost, neem cake, and biofertilizers ( azospirillum ) FYM @20-25 t/ha at the time of land preparation Nitrogen at 100 kg/ ha. Requires Moderate Moisture Rainfed In High Rainfall Areas Irrigation At 7-10 Day Intervals During Dry Periods

8. Intercultural Operations Weeding: 2-3 Times During Crop Growth (First At 45 Days, Next At 90 Days) Earthing Up: After Each Weeding To Support Rhizome Development. Mulching : Immediately After Planting And After Each Weeding With Green Leaves Or Straw (5t/Ha )

9. Pest and Disease Management Problem Symptoms Control Rhizome Rot (Pythium Spp.) Soft , Rotting Rhizomes Treat Seed Rhizomes With Trichoderma @10 G/Kg Improve Drainage Leaf Spot ( Colletotrichum Spp.) Brown Spots On Leaves Spray Bordeux Mixture 1% Shoot Borer ( Conogethes Punctiferalis ) Boring Holes In Pseudostems Spray Neem Oil 3% Or Neem-based Formulations

10. Harvesting Techniques Crop Duration: 7-9 Months Harvested When Leaves Turn Yellow And Dry (January- February) Rhizomes Are Dug Carefully With Spades Yield: Cucurma Aromatica : 15-20 T/Ha Cucurma Caesia : 10-15 T/Ha

11. Post-Harvest Management Cleaning: Remove Soil And Roots Boiling/Steaming: 30-45 Mins To Remove Raw Odous And Enhance Color Drying: Under Shade Or In Dryers At 50-60c Until Crisp Polishing: Rubbing Dried Rhizomes For Smoothness Storage: Dried Rhizomes Stored In Moisture Free Conditions Distillation (Optional): For Essential Oil Extraction Especially C . a romatica

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