turmeric colors

Literary analysis:

In literary and technical texts alike, turmeric is not only valued as a spice but also celebrated for its distinctive yellow hue. In some descriptions, the very phrase “turmeric yellow” is evoked as a succinct emblem of radiance [1], while in scientific observations turmeric‑treated paper vividly shifts its color under chemical influence [2, 3]. Its use as a natural dye is often noted for producing a brilliant, if sometimes ephemeral, yellow—a quality that has been harnessed in everything from coloring fabrics and straw to ritual embellishments [4, 5, 6, 7]. Moreover, literary imagery occasionally employs turmeric as a metaphor for brightness and transformation, as in the striking “yellow mound of Ras Kurkumah” that captures its transient yet captivating glow [8]. Even technical commentaries point to its discerning application—where orthodox methods yield a pure yellow rather than red—highlighting turmeric’s venerable role as a cherished, natural pigment [9, 10].

Turmeric yellow.
— from The Principles of Leather Manufacture by H. R. (Henry Richardson) Procter
In the same manner, alkalies may be detected by a strip of turmeric yellow paper, which will be also changed to red by alkalies.
— from A Select Collection of Valuable and Curious Arts and Interesting Experiments, Which are Well Explained and Warranted Genuine and may be Performed Easily, Safely, and at Little Expense. by Unknown
Although turmeric is rich in coloring matter, its want of permanence is a hindrance to it.
— from The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer by Alexander (Instructor in feather dyeing) Paul
The colour can be yellowed by fustic or turmeric.
— from A Book on Vegetable Dyes by Ethel Mairet
Turmeric dyes the first yellow, like it did the cotton.
— from The Chemistry of Hat Manufacturing Lectures Delivered Before the Hat Manufacturers' Association by Watson Smith
Seven small flags, made of cloths dyed with turmeric, are stuck into the shoulders, abdomen, legs, and head of the image.
— from Castes and Tribes of Southern India. Vol. 2 of 7 by Edgar Thurston
Yellow straw is produced in the same manner, using turmeric and annatto only.
— from Philippine Mats Philippine Craftsman Reprint Series No. 1 by Philippines. Bureau of Education
The mirage raised high in air the yellow mound of Ras Kurkumah ("Turmeric Head"), which bounded the water-line to the south.
— from The Land of Midian (Revisited) — Volume 2 by Burton, Richard Francis, Sir
The turmeric, as applied by the more orthodox, is of a yellow instead of red colour.
— from Castes and Tribes of Southern India. Vol. 1 of 7 by Edgar Thurston
Turmeric, too, was formerly prescribed—a plant used for making a yellow dye; [22] and celandine, with its yellow juice, was once equally in repute.
— from The Folk-lore of Plants by T. F. (Thomas Firminger) Thiselton-Dyer

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