Botanical name: Bunium bulbocastanum
Other name: Black cumin, kalonji
Bunium bulbocastanum, commonly referred to as kala jeera (black cumin), belongs to the Apiaceae family. This perennial aromatic spice is indigenous to the dry temperate regions of the northwest Himalayas, including the alpine areas of Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, and Uttaranchal.
Medicinal Uses:
- Maintains cholesterol level
- Helps in abdominal pain
- Maintains body temperature
- Treats anemia
- Helpful for skin and hair
- Reduces Immune Disorders
- Reduces Cold
- Helps in appetite and digestion
- Facilitates menses
- Provides relaxation in gas
- Decreases the blood sugar level
- Assists to lower weight
- Reduces bad cholesterol LDL
- Good for the cardiovascular system
- Maintains Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Dosha in the body
- Helps in relaxing uterine muscles
- Helps in menstrual cramps
- Enhances lactation
