Zedoary root is native to South, and Southeast Asia. It comes from a plant called Curcuma zedoaria. This plant is the cousin of the spice, turmeric. It grows in subtropical regions.

Zedoary is often associated with the rituals of the Austronesian peoples. It was spread to the Pacific Islands in prehistoric times, ending up being cultivated in Madagascar. Zedoary root is also used in traditional medicine.  

Botanical Name: Curcuma Zedoaria

Also known as: white turmeric, temu putih, zarambad, katuri, kachura, kachora, kichhilikkizhangu, الكركم الأبيض