No. 006Botanical
Curcuma amada
Rhizome
Botanical
Amba haldi
A turmeric relative with a fresh mango-like aroma, used to soothe and protect.
- Botanical name
- Curcuma amada
- Also known as
- Mango ginger
- Part used
- Rhizome
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Women's health
In tradition
Used in Ayurveda for skin and soft tissue comfort and as a soothing digestive.
In research
Contains curcuminoids and aromatic terpenes, studied for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity.
Strength of evidence
Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5Documented in classical texts or long practice. Not yet tested in clinical trials. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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