About coriander
Coriander (), or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro () in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. The species is native to the Mediterranean Basin. All parts of the plant are edible, with the fresh leaves and dried seeds most traditionally used in cooking. It is included in Peruvian, Mexican, Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Coriandrum sativum
- Genus
- Coriandrum
- Family
- APIACEAE
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Apiaceae
Carrot family
coriander belongs to the Apiaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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