# Javanese Turmeric CO2 Select

> Javanese turmeric, or temulawak, CO2-extracted in Germany from dried roots organically grown in Indonesia: mildly spicy, sweet and a little earthy, glowing gold drop by drop.

Price: 16.00 USD · in stock

## About
Hold the bottle to the light and it glows a deep reddish orange; draw a single drop into a pipette and it turns a clear yellow-gold. Javanese turmeric, also called Javanese ginger or temulawak, is a root of the ginger family, and its scent is mildly spicy, sweet and a little earthy.This select CO2 extract is made in Germany from the dried roots of Curcuma xanthorrhiza, organically grown in Indonesia. It is close to 80% curcumenes, and it is said to be calming and soothing to the mind and emotions, a warm, golden note for blends made in a quiet hour.DetailsBotanical name: Curcuma xanthorrhizaAlso called: temulawak, Javanese gingerOrigin: roots organically grown in IndonesiaMethod: select CO2 extraction, GermanyComposition: close to 80% curcumenesShelf life: about 3 to 4 years after openingHow to useDiffuse it, or add it, well diluted, to a massage blend or a cosmetic. There are no known safety warnings for this oil, but avoid using it with babies and during pregnancy. Store in the dark, refrigerated, and decant half-full bottles into smaller, full ones.A small golden root from Java, for your quietest blends.