Karunjeeragam refers to the small black aromatic seeds of the plant Nigella sativa, widely known for both culinary and medicinal use. It is a traditional spice and herbal ingredient used in Siddha, Ayurveda, Unani, and everyday cooking.
The seeds have a slightly bitter, pungent taste and a distinct aroma. Karunjeeragam is valued for its warming, digestive, and protective properties and is commonly used whole, powdered, or as oil.
Product Name: Karunjeeragam
Botanical Name: Nigella sativa
Part Used: Seeds
Form: Whole seeds / Powder / Oil
Colour: Black
Taste: Bitter, pungent, slightly peppery
Aroma: Warm, spicy
Nature: Warming
Category: Spice / Medicinal seed
Shelf Life:
Whole seeds: 2–3 years
Powder: 1–2 years (airtight storage)
⚠️ Based on traditional Siddha & household practices (not medical advice)
Used to relieve gas, bloating, indigestion
Added to kashayam and spice mixes
Traditionally used for cold, cough, sinus discomfort
Often mixed with honey or warm water
Considered supportive for overall strength and protection
Used in traditional tonics
Used in tempering (tadka), pickles, breads, curries
Enhances flavor and shelf life of foods
Nigella sativa
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Tamil | கருஞ்சீரகம் (Karunjeeragam) |
| English | Black cumin / Black seed |
| Hindi | कलौंजी (Kalonji) |
| Sanskrit | कृष्णजीरक (Krishna Jiraka) |
| Telugu | నల్ల జీలకర్ర (Nalla Jeelakarra) |
| Kannada | ಕರಿಮೆಣಸು ಜೀರಿಗೆ / ಕಪ್ಪು ಜೀರಿಗೆ (Kappu Jeerige) |
| Malayalam | കരിഞ്ചീരകം (Karinjeerakam) |
| Urdu / Unani | کلونجی (Kalonji) |
| Arabic | حبة البركة (Habbat al-Barakah) |
Karunjeeragam
Black seed
Kalonji
Black cumin
Nigella seed
? Note: Karunjeeragam (Nigella sativa) is different from Seeragam (white cumin – Cuminum cyminum), though names are often confused.
Whole seeds: Tempering, pickles, breads
Powder: Mixed with honey or warm water
Oil: External use and traditional intake under guidance
Decoction: Used in folk remedies
Karunjeeragam = Nigella sativa seeds
Black, aromatic, warming spice
Used for digestion, immunity, respiratory comfort
Common in Siddha, Unani & cooking
Known by many names: Karunjeeragam, Kalonji, Black seed
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