Description
Coriander Perennial - Eryngium foetidum
Also known as Mexican or Sawthooth Coriander, Culanto
A sub tropical, perennial with a strong Coriander flavour.
Partners well with chives, basil mint, chilli, thyme, garlic, and lemon grass. Enhances salad vegetables, soups, curry dishes and fish. Substitute for Coriander in Mexican and Thai cooking.
An easy to use herb that enhances other herbs and when added late in the cooking will lift the other flavours in the dish. The leaves have a strong flavour that is loved by many and disliked by some so do not overuse. They are a bit tougher than normal coriander so should be chopped finely. The seeds can be made into a paste which is good for laksa, curries and stirfrys and the roots have some healing properties.
Ths medium sized herb needs / likes a warm environment. Prefers well drained soil , does not like wet and cold conditions.
Pick leaves as needed and regular feeding with aid its growth and strength.
Part to full sun, Frost sensitive
Height 60cm x Width 60cm
Additional Details
- SKU:
- 83299
