Turmeric which is known for its warm and peppery flavor is commonly used in powdered form in day-to-day life. In India, vegetarian or non-vegetarian, no dish is complete without turmeric powder.
The various varieties of Turmeric are majorly differentiated on the basis of the producing area in India where they are grown. Each variety has a peculiar color shade and flavor. Powder made from Nizam variety turmeric has a yellowish shade where as those made from Cuddapa (Madras) variety of turmeric has a lemon yellow shade. The powder made from Rajapuri variety turmeric is known for its orange yellow shade and strong flavor.