Coriander, also known as cilantro when referring to the leaves, is widely used in cooking for its fresh and citrusy flavor. The seeds are used as a spice, while the leaves and stems are used as an herb. For more details, contact us at exports@oritsgarudahexim.org.
Scientific Name | Coriandrum sativum |
Common Name | Coriander, Cilantro |
Plant Type | Herbaceous annual |
Height | 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 inches) |
Leaf Shape | Feathery, divided into leaflets |
Leaf Color | Green |
Flower Color | White to pink |
Fruit Type | Schizocarp (a type of dry fruit) |
Fruit Color | Brown to grayish-brown |
Seed Shape | Round or oval, slightly wrinkled |
Seed Size | 3 to 5 mm in diameter |
Seed Color | Light brown to yellow-brown |
Root System | Fibrous with a taproot |