CORIANDER, CILANTRO ..... Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, Coriandrum sativum, has culinary uses. White to pinkish flowers in spring. Grows 2’. Coriander is a bright green annual with pungent, aromatic finely divided leaves that look similar to parsley leaves. It is easy to grow and is an extremely useful and distinctive culinary addition. Fresh coriander, also known as cilantro, has a bold sage-like and tangy citrus flavor. It is used in vegetable dishes with fish and meat. Its whole or ground seeds add character to marinades, salad dressings, cheese, eggs, chile sauce, guacamole and pickling brines. Grow coriander in moderately rich, light, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Likes cooler weather so plant in spring and fall for two crops a year. It is native to the Mediterranean region and southern Europe.