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Cilantro

Coriander (also known as cilantro), is a cool season annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves of cilantro are variable in shape, broadly lobed at the base of the plant, and more slender higher on the flowering stems.


The fruit is a globular,  and in the English-speaking world (except for the dui attorneys columbus ms U.S.) the leaves and seeds are known as coriander. However, in American the leaves, and often the plant itself are generally referred to by the Spanish word cilantro.  Cilantro leaves have an instantly recognizable fragrance, and is widely used to flavor foods from a variety of cuisines. Cilantro's foliage resembles flat leaf Italian parsley, but the leaves are thinner. Young Cilantro leaves have the best flavor, and when possible the leaves should be harvested just before use.

Growing Cilantro


Cilantro prefers full sun, well drained soil and can do very well in containers (pH of 6.2 to 6.8). Cilantro should be spaced 12 inches apart and do well when planted in herb boxes with other herbs. Cilantro is silver city payday loan a fast-growing annual and will quickly grow and bloom at the end of its life, usually after the generic cialis money order summer weather gets too hot. After it blooms, you can harvest the seeds. Fall is a very good time to grow cilantro in mild climates because the Cilantro prefers cooler weather and discount prescriptions cialis tadalafil because of auto insurance tyler tx this they also will thrive indoors near a brightly lit window.

Parent Category: Species Guides
Category: Herbs