Botanical name :cuminum cyminum l English name: cumin seeds powder Origin: India Indian name: jeera powder Family name: apiaceae Other name: comino, cumin, machin Cumin is a seeds spice well known for its medicinal properties in india and many other asian countries. A native of the land of mediterranean, cumin is now grown mainly in india, egypt, syria, turkey, china and parts of america. We have emerged as one of the leading processors, exporters and suppliers of superior quality cumin seed powder. This high grade seed powder is processed using natural ingredients under utmost favorable conditions in compliance with defined food standards. The cumin seed powder is known for properties like purity, rich taste, aroma and freshness. In india, cumin is sown in october-november and harvested in february. Uses of black cumin seeds: Cumin is used mainly where highly spiced foods are preferred. It is an ingradient of most curry powders and many savoury spice mixtures. It is used in stews, grills-especially lamb and chicken dishes.