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Curcuma longa L. is a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) and is widely used by traditional healers to treat a wide range of ailments. Because of its high curcumin content, Indian turmeric is especially popular in compared to other countries. Curcuma longa rhizomes are commonly referred to as Haldi or Turmeric. Rhizomes are underground horizontal stems that produce both shoots and roots. Turmeric includes curcuminoids, which are fat-soluble polyphenolic pigments. The most important of these is curcumin (deferulolyl methane), which is responsible for the yellow colour of Indian curries; others are demethoxy curcumin and bisdemethoxy curcumin. Turmeric, commonly known as 'Indian saffron,' is a natural antibacterial agent. Turmeric contains nutritional as well as therapeutic benefits. Turmeric contains phytochemicals, making it a therapeutic plant Nonnutritive plant compounds (phytochemical components) can prevent illness. Turmeric root powder is used for its flavouring properties as a spice, dietary medicine, and for a variety of critical therapeutic advantages. Many studies have been undertaken on morphology, phytochemical profiles of the entire plant, and other qualities that have been recorded and documented. This paper seeks to describe turmeric's uses, botanical description, taxonomical categorization, phytochemical constituents, and pharmacological activities, as well as current research developments.