Published May 10, 2023
Coriander/Cilantro/Dhania is a common spice in stews and curries. It is adored for the distinct aroma and flavour it imparts to cuisine. Coriander is a fast-growing seasonal herb that thrives in the cold weather of spring and autumn.
Coriander is harvested for either its leaves or its seeds. A seed variety yields seeds more quickly than a leaf variety. Because of its excellent 'cut and grow again' habit, the 'Calypso' or 'Leisure' cultivar is perfect for cilantro leaf output.
It may be grown on practically any type of soil if enough organic matter is supplied. Under rain-fed circumstances, black cotton soils with strong moisture retentivity are advised for optimum coriander plant care.
It is a tropical crop that can be grown all year (except during extremely hot seasons, such as March-May) for leaf production. Dry, cool, frost-free conditions, particularly between flowering and fruit setting, promotes optimum production.
Watering must be done right after sowing. Irrigation requirements vary according to the location, moisture content in the soil level, and stage in the growth of the coriander plant.
Leaves of coriander are high in fibre, manganese, iron, and magnesium. The herb aids in the prevention of inflammation, such as swelling caused by arthritis, kidney failure, or anaemia.