Coriander

Coriander (Dhania):-

Botanical Name:- Coriandrum sativum

Family:- Umbbelliferae or Apliaceae

Economic Importance:-

> Fruits and leaves of this aromatic herb are widely used as condiment for flavouring curries and soups.

> It is cultivated on a large scale in U.P., M.P., Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and-Rajasthan.

> It is also used for flavouring purposes in several bakery preparations, liquors, tobacco products and several articles used as food.

> Coriander oil is also used in some perfumes.

> Its fresh leaves are used in preparing delicious chutneys.

> In several medicines, coriander fruits are used as stimulant, stomachic and carminative.

> Coriander fruits also serve as a good heart tonic.