Is Turmeric Considered a Legume

Legumes (Kitniyos)

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Question

Is turmeric a type of legume and should it be associated with saffron, which is traditionally prohibited for Ashkenazim during Passover, or is it a completely different species with no connection to saffron? If so, what is its status regarding Passover?

Answer

Shalom Rav

Indeed, it is mentioned in the writings that turmeric is considered a legume, but it has already been clarified in contemporary books that the saffron mentioned in ancient texts is what is today called 'saffron', and it is considered a legume. However, our turmeric is a type of root, [called turmeric in foreign languages], and is not a legume.

Source

Shulchan Aruch and Rema Orach Chaim, Siman 453, Se'if 1

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