Coriander (/ ˌ k ɒr i ˈ æ n d ər, ˈ k ɒr i æ n d ər /), [1] whose leaves are known as cilantro (/ s ɪ ˈ l æ n t r oʊ,-ˈ l ɑː n-/) [1]: 90 in the U.S. and Canada, is an annual herb (Coriandrum sativum) in the family Apiaceae. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste.

Coriandrum is a genus of herbs in the family Apiaceae containing the cultivated species Coriandrum sativum (coriander) and the wild species Coriandrum tordylium. The leaves and seeds of Coriandrum sativum are used in cooking.

Jan 17, 2025 · coriander, (Coriandrum sativum), feathery annual plant of the parsley family (Apiaceae), parts of which are used as both an herb and a spice. Native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, the plant is widely cultivated in many places worldwide for its culinary uses.

Sep 17, 2019 · Coriander is an herb that’s commonly used to flavor international dishes. It comes from the Coriandrum sativum plant and is related to parsley, carrots, and celery. In the United States,...

Coriandrum Species: sativum Family: Apiaceae Uses (Ethnobotany): Leaf, flowers, stems, seeds are edible. Seeds also used in potpourri and sachets. Life Cycle: Annual Recommended Propagation Strategy: Seed Country Or Region Of Origin: Western Mediterranean, Southern Europe, Western Asia Wildlife Value: Larval host plant to swallow-tailed ...

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) is a plant in the Apiaceae family. Its fruit (seeds) are typically called "coriander" while its leaves are called cilantro. Coriander is a source of vitamin C,...

Apr 14, 2023 · Both cilantro and coriander come from the Coriandrum sativum plant. In the US, cilantro is the name for the plant’s leaves and stem, while coriander is the name for its dried seeds.

Jan 28, 2025 · Cilantro and coriander are different parts of the same plant. Cilantro, Coriandrum sativum, usually refers to the plant’s leaves, which are used as an herb. This describes the vegetative stage of the plant’s life cycle. Coriander refers to the seeds, which are typically ground and used as a spice.

Coriandrum sativum (C. sativum), belonging to the Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) family, is widely recognized for its uses in culinary and traditional medicine. C. sativum contains various phytochemicals such as polyphenols, vitamins, and many ...

Nov 16, 2024 · Coriandrum sativum L. “Coriander” is an annual herb from the family Apiaceae (Diederichsen and Hammer 2003). It is a native of the Mediterranean region, where it has been grown since ancient times; the plant is present also in southern part of Europe, the North Africa to Southwest Asia.