turmeric

noun3

1. •
   An Indian plant (Curcuma longa), with aromatic rhizomes, part of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae).
2. •
   The pulverized rhizome of the turmeric plant, used for flavoring and to add a bright yellow color to food.
3. •
   A yellow to reddish-brown dye extracted from the turmeric plant.