Do You Know: What Is The Scientific Name Of Coriander?
By Anshika Verma
24, Mar 2025 03:30 PM
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Do you know what is the scientific name of coriander and what are its uses? Check out the story for the answer.
Scientific name of coriander
Coriandrum sativum is the scientific name of coriander and it came from the Apiaceae family.
Other names of coriander
There are other names of the coriander such as Cilantro that especially refer to the leaves of the coriander.
Highest producer of coriander
India is the largest producer of coriander in the world and it contributes 68.58% of the total production of it.
Health benefits
Coriander is a good source of calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C, also it has antibacterial effects. It improves digestion too.
History of use
Do you know Coriander was once used as a carminative and aromatic bread by the Roman in the 500 BCE.
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