Cumin is used in many different cuisines, & it is one of the most popular spices in the world. Cumin is most popular in Indian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, north African, and Mexican cuisines. Cumin is a member of the carrot, celery, and parsley family and is native to the Mediterranean.
| Botanical Name | Cuminum Cyminum |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Cuminum |
| Species | cyminum |
| Types | Cumin, Black Cumin, Bitter Cumin, Brown Cumin, White Cumin |
| Flowers | Flower Color: Pink, Red/Burgundy, White |
| Fruits | Fruit Color: Brown/Copper, Gold/Yellow, Gray/Silver |
| Leaves | Leaf Color: Green |
| Collect Seeds | 120 -150 days after planting, but this can vary. |
| Harvest | Â Cumin seed is ready to harvest when the flowers have finished blooming and the clusters turn brown and dry out. |
| Soil Texture | Clay, High Organic Matter, Loam (Silt), Sand |
| Soil Drainage | Good Drainage, Occasionally Dry |
| Soil Chemistry | pH in the range of 4.8 to 7.6 |
| Germination | 7-14 days |
| Bloom | 110-120 days |
| Temperature | 60°F |
| Light | Partial Shade |
✓ Good for Digestion
✓ Weight Loss
✓ Fights cancer
✓ Relieves asthma and cold
✓ Treats Insomnia
✓ Soothes the Skin
✓ Treats Acne
