Names:

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Arabic: Habbah sauda, Habbet el beraka, Kamun aswad.

English: Fennel flower, Onion seed.

Spanish: Niguilla, Pasionara.

Hindi: Kalounji, Munga reala.

What is Nigella? Nigella "Black Cumin", is one of the medical and aromatic plants from the Ranunculaceae ( buttercup family ) family and it is considered as one of the most important plant in Syria. It has been planted since the old ages in many Syrian regions. The plantation is done in December / January and the fruits become ripe during June, according to the region which grows the plant. They yield a seed capsule with five compartments each topped by a spike. The compartments open when dried to disperse the seeds. The seeds have little bouquet, though when they are rubbed they give off an aroma reminiscent of oregano. This seed has been known since the old ages.

It tastes slightly bitter and peppery with a crunchy texture. And its flavor distinguishes it.
Syria is one of the most important countries that export Nigella.

Uses: Nigella is used whole to spice vegetables and pulses, usually after it has been dry roasted to heighten its aroma and flavor. It is an ingredient of several spice mixes and is sprinkled on bread. It is also used to season bread in the Middle East and of course in Syria. Syrian bread frequently shows the characteristically shaped black grains. The used parts of the plant are deep black, sharp-cornered seed grains.

Qualities of Nigella exported by GTSC:
1. Imp. 0.5 % ( Sortex Quality ).
2. Imp. 1 %.

Packing Types:
1. New jute bags 40 kg.
2. New PP bags 20,25 kg.

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