Coriandrum sativum

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CorianderAnnual, HerbFamily: Apiaceae

Height: 60cmSpread: 30cm

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Coriander, Coriandrum sativum, is native to southern Europe and the Middle East. It was used by Romans to preserve meat, and was once used as an aphrodisiac.

Today, both coriander seeds and leaves are used in a variety of dishes, including salsas, soups and curries.

Coriander can be sown indoors for an early crop, but may also be sown direct in pre-watered shallow drills outside, once temperatures have increased in late spring. Lightly cover seeds with fine compost or soil. Sow seed every two weeks for a continuous crop throughout summer.

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Coriandrum ‘Sativum’ and wildlife

Coriandrum ‘Sativum’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Coriandrum ‘Sativum’ poisonous?

Coriandrum ‘Sativum’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People