Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. Coriander Herbs are also known as cilantro, particularly in the Americas. Coriander Herbs is native to southwestern Asia and west to North Africa. These herb seeds is a soft, hairless plant growing to 50 cm [20 in.] tall. The leaves are variable in shape, broadly lobed at the base of the plant, and slender and feathery higher on the flowering stems.Dry Coriander Seeds are an ayurvedic medicinal herb, which is widely used as a flavoring agent for its unique smell and flavour. These Coriander Herbs are used as an essential ingredient in the curries and other delicacies. It is commonly called as Dhania or Kothmir. The name coriander actually originated from the Greek word Koris meaning bedbug. This Dry Coriander Herb Seeds plant is considered to be indigenously form Greece but it has become widely used spice in most of the Asian countries. It is also used in many of the Greek dishes and Mexican dishes as a condiment. These dry coriander seeds also forms an important ingredient in many of the Thai recipes. The leaves of this plant are smooth and the whole plant including the stem as well as the leaves is used in cookery.

Uses :

Coriander seeds have both medicinal and culinary uses. It has stimulant, aromatic and carminative properties. They are generously used with active purgatives as flavoring and to lessen their griping action. Essential oil extracted from the seed is used in colic, rheumatism and neuralgia. Coriander seeds are also used in packed spices to add a unique flavor to the pack.