| Property | Specification |
| Scientific Name | Salvia hispanica |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Shape | Oval, flat, and slightly rounded |
| Size | Typically 1-2 mm in length |
| Weight | Approximately 0.03 grams per seed |
| Color | Black, white, or a mix of both (grayish) |
| Texture | Smooth, gelatinous when hydrated |
| Taste | Mild, nutty flavor |
| Water Absorption | Absorbs up to 12 times its weight in water |