Also known as black cumin, nigella or by its scientific name Nigella sativa, kalonji belongs to the buttercup family of flowering plants.
 
Also known as black cumin, nigella or by its scientific name Nigella sativa, kalonji belongs to the buttercup family of flowering plants.
In fact, its use can be traced back several centuries as a natural remedy for everything from bronchitis to diarrhea.
 
In addition to its culinary use, kalonji is known for its medicinal properties.