Cummin

BOTANICAL NAME: ‘CUMIN CYMINUM’
FAMILY NAME: APIACEAE
Cumin is an aromatic spice with a distinctive bitter flavor and strong, warm aroma due to its abundant oil content. Cumin “seeds” are actually the small dried fruit of an annual plant in the parsley family. Indian Cumin seeds are the best in the world.It grows well in hot climates. It is mainly used for seasoning dishes.

Cumin seeds are used in various cuisines. It is also used in beverages, liquors, medicines, toiletries and perfumery. Indian Cumin has a good demand in export market in its Natural form as well in its Powder Form. Cumin has a lot of medicinal properties.

It is a good source of iron , required in the body to make heamoglobin in the blood. It is said to enhance metabolism , kidney, liver functioning and is also known to prevent cancer.