Coriander plant seeds

Common name: Coriander Scientific name: Coriandrum sativum Also called: Cilantro Original habitat of coriander: • Its habitat is the Mediterranean Basin, and it is widely cultivated in Gulf countries and the Arab world. Description of coriander: • Coriander is an herbaceous plant and is biennial, belonging to the Apiaceae family. • Its height ranges from 6 to 20 cm, and it has many stems all growing from a single root. • The stems are round, upright, and branched. • The leaves are compound and bright green. Uses and benefits of coriander: • Used in food and eaten raw. • Used in salad dishes and usually not cooked. • Considered a leafy vegetable with health benefits. Description of coriander flower: • The flowers are in compound clusters, white in color, and the inflorescences are compound umbels. Suitable climate for growing coriander: • Grown in moderate and cool climates, • Tolerates relatively hot weather. Suitable soil for growing coriander: • Can be cultivated in most types of soil, provided it is well-drained and ventilated. • Needs moist soil. • Does not tolerate soils with high salt content. • The best type of soil for planting is yellow soil, which should be plowed twice at right angles with added fertilizers. • Can also be grown in light clay soil with good drainage. Propagation method of coriander: • Propagated by seeds. Method and timing of planting: • Sow seeds in prepared soil, and to accelerate germination, they can be planted in a special container about 6 to 12 weeks before the spring season. • Then transfer them to the soil after they have grown slightly, which helps them flower quickly after transplantation. • Usually, seeds are planted in March or April.