Kalonji, commonly known as, Nigella Sativa, Black Cumin, or Black Caraway, is a flowering plant from the Ranunculaceae family. Native to Western Asia and parts of Eastern Europe, it is now widely grown in many regions, including Europe, North Africa, and South Asia. The small black seeds are popularly used as a spice in cooking, especially in Arab, Halal, and Indian cuisines, for their distinctive flavor and traditional health benefits.