Coriandrum sativum
Coriandrum sativum
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Prezentare
Coriandrum sativum, cunoscut sub numele de cilantro sau coriander, este un herb anual nativ în regiuni precum Afghanistan, Iran, Lebanon-Syria, Caucase de Nord, Pakistan, Palestina, Arabia Saudi, Sinai și Turcia. Această plantă se dezvolte în sucuri (sânduie) și soi mediu cu un pH între 7 și 7,5, fiind adaptabilă dar preferând condiții sec să mormântate. Cu o înălțime de aproximativ 0,5 metri și o lățime de 0,66 metri, cilantro este cunoscut pentru fructe și semințe cu care se consumă în diverse băuturi culinare din întreaga lume. Planta are o durabilitate ușoară în regiuni temperatice de zone 2 la 11, însă tipic necesită distanțarea de 5 cm între plante pentru creșterea optimă.
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What is Coriandrum sativum?
Coriandrum sativum, cunoscut sub numele de cilantro sau coriander, este un herb anual nativ în regiuni precum Afghanistan, Iran, Lebanon-Syria, Caucase de Nord, Pakistan, Palestina, Arabia Saudi, Sinai și Turcia.
What is Coriandrum sativum used for?
Traditionally used for digestion. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 1 evidence-ranked use of Coriandrum sativum
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBeneficii și dovezi
1 claim · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
1 claim · 0 sources- Coriandrum sativum has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to support digestion and alleviate digestive discomfort, often prepared as a tea or decoction.
The plant contains compounds such as coriander alcohol and linalool which may help relax smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, potentially aiding digestion. However, the exact mechanism is not fully characterised.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Coriandrum sativum support blend
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Coriandrum sativum se dezvolte în sucuri și soi mediu cu un pH de 7–7,5 și preferă o umbră parțială sau soare direct. Este durabil în regiuni temperatice de zone 2 la 11. Arătați plantelor apă moderată, asigurându-vă că rămân sec, dar nu prea mormântate. Plantele trebuie distanțate cu aproximativ 5 cm pentru cea mai bună creștere. Recoltarea fructelor și semințelor se face când sunt mature, de obicei după 45-60 de zile. Plantul crește până la o înălțime de 0,5 metri cu o lățime de 0,66 metri.
Light
7/10
Water
Dry, Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium
Hardiness
2-11
Life cycle
Annual
Habit
Forb/herb
Mature size
0.5 m × 0.66 m
Soil pH
7–7.5
- Germination
- 5-10 days
- Days to maturity
- 45-60
- Spacing
- 5cm
For first-time growers
How to grow Coriandrum sativum for the first time
8steps
Start with easy-to-grow coriander for a rewarding beginner gardening experience.
- 1
What you'll need
Coriandrum sativum seeds, small pots or garden bed, potting soil.
- 2
Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or start indoors a month before outdoor planting.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a pH of 7-7.5, ensuring containers are at least 30 cm wide.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, spacing them about 5 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart.
- 5
First two weeks
Keep soil consistently moist and provide partial shade to prevent seedlings from drying out.
- 6
Ongoing care
Water regularly but avoid overwatering. Thin plants if they become overcrowded.
- 7
Harvest or pruning
Pinch back the top leaves when the plant is about 15 cm tall to encourage bushy growth and harvest leaves as needed.
- 8
Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting too deep, not providing enough sunlight, neglecting thinning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesSeed
Edible uses: Oil, Condiment
Other uses:Essential OilFire starterantifungalPest controloilFragrance
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
10 native · 20 introduced
Distribuție
10 native · 20 introducedDistribution across3 continents· 10 native· 20 introduced
Europe5 regions
native (1)Russia
introduced (4)AustriaBelarusPortugalSpain
Asia9 regions
native (6)AfghanistanIranPakistanPalestineSaudi ArabiaTurkey
introduced (3)BangladeshCambodiaIndia
Africa4 regions
introduced (4)AlgeriaAngolaCabo VerdeCameroon
Broader regions
native:Transcaucasus, Sinai, Lebanon-Syria
introduced:Arizona, Brazil South, Argentina South, Baltic States, Argentina Northwest, California, Cape Provinces, Argentina Northeast, Andaman Is.
VIIIGarden companions
2 pairs
Garden companions
2 pairsPlant near these
These plants help — by repelling pests, fixing nitrogen, attracting pollinators, or sharing space well.
Keep away from these
Avoid planting nearby — competition, allelopathy, or shared pests/diseases.
IXSpecimen gallery
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Specimen gallery
1 imageXSee also
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shared use cases
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