Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
sativum
ID:
621942

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 256 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621274

Common Names

  • Coriandrum sativum
  • Coriander
  • Chinese Parsley

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Synonyms

  • Bifora loureiroi Kostel. [unknown]
  • Coriandropsis syriaca H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Coriandrum diversifolium Gilib. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum globosum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum majus Gouan [unknown]
  • Coriandrum majus Garsault [unknown]
  • Coriandrum melphitense Ten. & Guss. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum afghanicum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum africanum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum anatolicum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum arabicum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum asiaticum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum asiaticum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum indicum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum indicum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum microcarpum DC. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum pygmaeum Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum vavilovii Stolet. [unknown]
  • Coriandrum sativum vavilovii Stolet. [unknown]
  • Selinum coriandrum E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Sium coriandrum Vest [unknown]

Description

Coriandrum sativum (also called 'Coriander', among many other common names) is a species of annual herb in the family Apiaceae. It is native to southwestern Asia and the Mediterranean. It is found in disturbed areas, cultivated areas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Coriandrum sativum is used in cooking to add flavor to dishes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coriandrum sativum is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriandrum sativum is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most successful method, as seeds may not germinate reliably.

Where to Find Coriandrum sativum

Coriandrum sativum is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia.

Coriandrum sativum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coriandrum sativum?

Coriandrum sativum

What type of plant is Coriandrum sativum?

Coriandrum sativum is a herb

What is the natural habitat of Coriandrum sativum?

Coriandrum sativum is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa

Species in the Coriandrum genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References