On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 3:04:09 AM UTC-7, janet wrote:

>
> Talking of roots, the other day I saw fresh turmeric roots for sale in a
> supermarket.. that's a first. They looked like little fingers. I've only previously
> found it sold dried and ground up.
>

Even here in Asian markets, I see turmeric roots only sporadically.

We planted some and they grow for us. They need diffuse light, because
they are originally jungle floor plants.

Galangal grows very well, and produces fragrant white flowers.

As with most roots, they need to be divided. If you don't regularly
cook with them, dig them up anyways.