RAPD Analysis of DNA Isolated from Turmeric Rhizomes Collected from Northeast India

Abstract

Turmeric has been used as condiments and as medicine by traditional healers of northeast India. The rhizome contains various constituents including polyphenols, polysaccharides and alkaloids. A simple method was adapted for isolation, PCR amplification of DNA and the RAPD analysis was carried out. The results of the study are reported here.