Cuminum cyminum
Cumin plant
Cuminum cyminum, commonly known as wild cumin, is a versatile medicinal herb valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its aromatic seeds, it is traditionally used to aid digestion, alleviate bloating, and reduce inflammation. This resilient plant offers a natural approach to wellness through its rich bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Cuminum cyminum
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Cuminum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cuminum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cuminum cyminum, is widely recognized across various regions for its aromatic properties and medicinal uses, often referred to by the same name in several Chinese linguistic contexts. In simplified Chinese (zh-hans), traditional Chinese (zh-hant), and the specific regional variations for Hong Kong (zh-hk), Mainland China (zh-cn), and Singapore (zh-sg), it is commonly known as 孜然.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 孜然 | Wikidata |
| jv | Jinten putih | Wikidata |
| pl | Kmin rzymski | Wikidata |
| eu | kumino | Wikidata |
| ta | சீரகம் | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution can be traced to the landscapes of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found within the borders of Germany. Its range extends significantly through Southwestern Europe, encompassing both France and Spain. Finally, the geographical spread reaches into Southeastern Europe, specifically within Bulgaria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cuminum cyminum, is widely cultivated for its various components that contribute to its medicinal and culinary value. The most significant parts utilized are the small, aromatic fruits that develop from the flowers, which are commonly referred to as cumin seeds in both medical and culinary contexts. Within these seeds, a high concentration of essential oils is found, providing the plant with its characteristic pungent aroma and therapeutic properties. When these essential oil components are extracted, they serve as a potent source for various traditional remedies used to aid digestion and reduce inflammation.- Total parts
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 19
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| fruits | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| essential oils | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| essential oil | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cumin seeds | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mericarp | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cumin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Essential oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cuminum cyminum has 68 reported phytochemicals identified across 82 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cuminaldehyde, cumin aldehyde, flavonoid, carotenoid, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 68
- Scientific sources
- 82
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cuminaldehyde | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| cumin aldehyde | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| carotenoid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linalool | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proline | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-cineole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cuminum cyminum has 19 reported activities identified across 30 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 19
- Scientific sources
- 30
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiepileptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cuminum cyminum has 55 reported medicinal uses identified across 72 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus, cancer, overweight, Escherichia coli, Helicobacter pylori.
- Total uses
- 55
- Scientific sources
- 72
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus aureus | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| overweight | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Helicobacter pylori | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| constipation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flatulence | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |