Aama Haldi
Curcuma amada
Aama Haldi, or Mango Ginger, is a rhizomatous herb valued for its mango-scented rhizomes used in pickles, culinary preparations, and traditional medicine for digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Quick Facts
Visit Information
Location
Field cultivation, kitchen gardens, herbal farms
Best Viewing Time
Perennial (grown as annual crop)
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical and subtropical regions
Lifespan
Perennial with seasonal rhizome harvests
Temperature Range
Warm and humid
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Pickles, chutneys, Ayurvedic powders, fresh culinary use
Cultural Significance
Rhizomes have a raw mango aroma and mild turmeric-like appearance
Conservation Status
Widely cultivated in India
Did You Know?
Called 'Mango Ginger' for its fruity aroma
Used in South Indian pickles and curries
Rhizomes look like turmeric but taste different
Has traditional uses in reducing inflammation
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo