Black Cumin
Black Cumin, also known as
Nigella sativa, is native to southwest Asia.
Cumin is the second most popular spice in the world. Being a subtropical plant,
cumin requires long growing season.
Other common names for
Black Cumin around the world are: fennel flower, nutmeg flower, Roman coriander, blackseed, black caraway, or black onion seed. Other names used, sometimes misleadingly, are onion seed and black sesame, both of which are similar-looking but unrelated.
In Bengali
Black Cumin is called: kalo jira, kalo jeera, or kali jeera.
Cumin It is grown for its aromatic and flavorful seeds.
Black Cumin is used for cooking, and extensively used in the Middle East, Turkey, and Western Asia. The aromatic seeds of
Black Cumin are used in many Indian spice mixtures, as well as in bread.
Black Cumin seeds can be ground in a peppermill and used like pepper
Black Cumin Seed is one of the most revered medicinal seeds in history. The best seeds come from Egypt where they grow under almost perfect conditions.
Black Cumin Seeds were found in the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Over the past 40 years more research has been done on the healing properties of this seed. Herbalists use
Black Cumin Seeds to treat asthma, allergies, upset stomach, and autoimmune disorders.
Black cumin takes about four months to mature. For best result, we recommend sowing seeds in early spring and transplant the well established seedling to well-drained soil either outdoors or to an indoor pot.
Also available:
Cajun Seasoning Mix with Black Cumin
Basil Seeds
Adonis Flower Seeds
