Black Cumin (Nigella sativa) – Uses, Benefits, Medicinal Properties and Cautions (Ref: Bhavaprakasa Nighantu)Introduction Nigella sativa is widely cultivated plant all over world for its medicinal values and culinary properties. Nigella sativa is also called black cumin, black caraway, roman coriander and onion seeds. Nigella seeds is mainly used for its various medicinal and its disease fighting abilities. Its nutritious, anti-oxidant properties and phytochemicals present in this herb is very beneficial for protecting body from the risk of various dangerous