CSIR NBRI

वै.औ.अ.प. - राष्ट्रीय वनस्पति अनुसंधान संस्थान
CSIR - National Botanical Research Institute

Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, India
राना प्रताप मार्ग, लखनऊ, भारत

An Institute of National Importance under Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India

TURMERIC VARIETY FOR NORTHERN INDIA

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  • Kesari is a high-yielding (>35 t/ha fresh rhizome) turmeric variety suitable for the northern region of India due to its tolerance to low temperatures and resistance to foliar diseases.
  • Leaf essential oil content ranges from 0.6-1.2%, comprising bioactive compounds such as α-Phellandrenes (34.04%), p-Cymene (17.31%), and p-Mentha-1,4(8), diene (17.26%). Rhizome oil content is 1.9%.
  • Mainly used for its insecticidal and pesticidal properties.
  • It may be a source of extra income without additional cost.