Coriander

Coriander
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Division:	Magnoliophyta
Class:	Magnoliopsida
Order:	Apiales
Family:	Apiaceae
Genus:	Coriandrum
Species:	C. sativum
Binomial name
	Coriandrum sativum; L.

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) (also known as cilantro, Chinese parsley, or dhania) is a herb from the Apiaceae family. Coriander is originally from the southwestern Asia across to north Africa.

In the Sri Lankan Sinhalese language, it is called koththamuhlli. It is believed to have medicinal qualities, and is brewed and drunk to cure the common cold and fever.^[1]

A genetic mutation makes it taste like soap for many people.^[2]

Coriander Media

Coriandrum sativum flowers
Linalool, a terpenoid, is a major contributor to the fragrance of coriander.
A scene of Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) leaves
Dried coriander fruits are often called "coriander seeds" when used as a spice.
Onion coriander paratha
Coriander roots

References

↑ Chaudhury, Ranjit Roy (2007-06-08). The Healing Powers of Herbs. Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. p. 25. ISBN 978-81-207-3319-0.
↑ "Why Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to Some People? | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2025-10-15.

[1] Chaudhury, Ranjit Roy (2007-06-08). The Healing Powers of Herbs. Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. p. 25. ISBN 978-81-207-3319-0.

[2] "Why Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to Some People? | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2025-10-15.

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