Bunium persicum (Boiss.) B. Fedtsch, synonymously called Elwendia persica (Boiss.) Pimenov & Kljuykov and commonly known as black cumin, is a perennial species native to dry temperate regions of Central Asia, including Iran, Egypt, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan and India. It is an aromatic plant with small white, pink or purple flowers, schizocarp fruits, and brown color seeds, which belong to the family Apiaceae. This plant has a rich history of traditional medicinal and culinary use, primarily due to the beneficial properties found in its seeds. The seeds of B. persicum are known for their essential oils and phenolic compounds, which contribute to their distinct flavor and potential health benefits. In recent years, B. persicum has garnered increasing attention due to its high medicinal value and potential as a valuable genetic resource for agricultural and environmental applications.

                         Very limited genomic information is available for this important medicinal plant in public databases or other resources. To address the growing need for genetic resources and genomic information in B. persicum, the establishment of a dedicated Genomic Resource Database (BpGDB) offers a centralized repository for storing, managing, and analyzing molecular data. Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) are valuable tools for genetic diversity assessment, population genetics studies, and marker-assisted breeding programs. SSRs, also known as microsatellites, are tandemly repeated sequences of one to six nucleotides in length, abundant in eukaryotic genomes, and highly polymorphic, making them ideal molecular markers for genetic analysis. This database serves as a valuable resource for researchers, breeders, and conservationists interested in exploring the genetic diversity, evolutionary history, and functional genomics of B. persicum.