Certified USDA Organic, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan, Kosher. Certifications available at Spicely Organics. Save on a bundle of 3 pack compact of the same kind Turmeric, part of the ginger family, is a self-propagating rhizome Origins in Indian culture where it was originally used as a dye and later embraced for its medicinal purposes Adds a beautiful golden color to food in addition to adding a warm earthy flavor as well