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Coriandrum sativum – Coriander, Cilantro

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Scientific name: Coriandrum sativum
Common name: Coriander, Cilantro
Family: Apiaceae
Height: 15 and 25 cm

Heirloom variety

1.92

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Description

One of the most used and preferred herbs in the world, the leaves of this plant are often referred to as coriander.

Depending on the cuisine, the entire plant is used to provide various flavors and aromas to different dishes. In Asia, its roots are used to flavor soups.

Loved by many and hated by some, this plant is an essential ingredient in diverse recipes from around the world

The entire plant is edible.

They grow in full sun and the soil must be kept moist, but well drained.

Germination Guide

🌍 Southern Europe, Northern Africa, Southwestern Asia
Moderate

Coriandrum sativum is a fast-growing annual herb in the Apiaceae family with aromatic leaves (cilantro) and seeds (coriander). Native to regions spanning southern Europe and northern Africa to southwestern Asia, it is now cultivated worldwide for culinary and medicinal uses.

Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in

7 – 21 days

Temperature

Min 13°C
Ideal 25°C
Max 24°C
🌡️ Temperature alternation recommended
— Alternating temperature 20-30°C may be used; optimal constant temperature is approximately 24.83°C

Light
☁️ Indifferent

Substrate moisture
💧 Medium

Sowing depth
0.5 cm

Germination rate
75 %


Seed Pre-treatment
  • 💧

    Soaking — 12 hours
    Soaking seeds in water for 12 hours improves germination; some sources recommend 24 hours
  • 🔨

    Mechanical scarification
    Mechanical scarification of seed coat enhances germination; seeds can be crushed or rubbed to break dormancy
  • 📋

    Additional notes
    Scarification or soaking recommended to overcome seed coat dormancy; leaching can improve germination

Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
well-draining seed compost or sandy loam

Recommended container
seed trays, pots, containers with depth minimum 15cm for taproot


Growing Tips
Crushing seeds before sowing significantly speeds germination. Plant in cool season to prevent bolting. Direct sowing preferred over transplanting due to sensitive taproot. Succession sowing every 2-3 weeks provides continuous harvest. Germination can be slow and erratic without pre-treatment.

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