Ancient Heritage, 100% Pure Nigella Sativa
Nigella Sativa โ known as Black Cumin, Black Seed, or Habbatus Sauda โ has been revered for thousands of years across Egypt, the Middle East, and North Africa. A bottle of these seeds was even found in Tutankhamun's tomb, offering a window into just how valued this plant was in antiquity. We source directly from single-origin farms in Egypt and Morocco, where unique terroir and traditional cultivation methods produce seeds with a distinct and potent bioactive profile.
Our Egyptian seeds are sourced from a single-origin farm in Fayoum, an oasis historically nourished by the Nile River. The Nile's ancient irrigation systems have deposited mineral-rich alluvial soil in this region for thousands of years, creating a fertile foundation unique to the Egyptian landscape.
The presence of these seeds in King Tutankhamun's tomb strongly suggests that cultivation was widespread and long-established in this specific agricultural region during that era. Fayoum remains a premier location for this historic, Nile-enriched single-origin harvest.
Our Moroccan seeds are sourced directly from a single-origin farm in Souk Al Arba, Morocco. These seeds thrive in a unique microclimate that intensifies their bioactive profile.
This specific region in Northern Morocco possesses a Mediterranean climate with unique Atlantic influences. For many crops, this specific balance is known to produce high concentrations of essential oils compared to more arid, desert-heavy regions.
Compare the lab results from our Souk Al Arba harvest alongside our Fayoum farm to determine which single-origin profile best suits your preferences.
| Parameter | ๐ช๐ฌ Egypt โ Fayoum | ๐ฒ๐ฆ Morocco โ Souk Al Arba |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Fayoum Oasis, Nile Delta | Souk Al Arba, Northern Morocco |
| Climate | Arid, Nile-irrigated | Mediterranean + Atlantic influence |
| Soil Type | Mineral-rich alluvial (Nile deposit) | Fertile coastal plains |
| Key Bioactive | Thymoquinone | Thymoquinone + Essential Oils |
| Lab Tested | โ 2024 ยท DAkkS | โ 2023 ยท DAkkS |
| Harvest | Annual โ Spring | Annual โ Spring/Summer |
| Min. Order | 1 kg (2.2 lbs) ยท $10/kg + shipping | |
Note on consistency: while results are from previous batches, current harvests from both origins maintain a similar chemical profile.
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