The seed like fruit of this plant used for seasoning, as in curry and chili powders.

莳萝子，枯茗子该植物的种籽状果实，用于调味，如用于咖哩粉或辣椒粉中。

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Turmeric is a plant. It also is used to make the spicy food seasoning curry.

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