Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Turmeric
The Herbs

(Cucurma longa) G

Folk Name: Olena (Hawaiian)

Powers: Purification

Magical Uses: Turmeric has long been used in Hawaiian magic for purification; salt water and turmeric are mixed together and then sprinkled in the area to be purified, sometimes with a ti leaf.

Turmeric is also sometimes scattered on the floor or about the magic circle for protection.