Herb garden plants - cilantro, coriander and Silantro

Coriandrum sativum (Umbelliferae)

Appearance:

The whole system makes a decorative addition to the border with grass - can be grown in pots, rather than success - and a height of 45 cm (1.5 ft) reach. The lower leaves are fan-shaped (flat-leaf parsley, etc.), the upper leaves are small and delicate flowers in summer are a purple rose.

Description:

Coriander is developed in two different categories - the seedsand leaves. Although the seeds were planted and used for more than 3000 years, the leaves are virtually unknown in the West as a unit until the culinary half of the 20th Century, coriander leaves are now allegedly the world's Top 5 most popular herbs. Once rarely performed in the brochures from the herb garden of fresh coriander is finally here in themselves.

took coriander leaves - known variously as silantro, coriander and cilantro - depending on the country of residencethe world by storm. Before the seed ripens, the whole system can significantly fragrant, but at the end of the term has developed a rich aroma.

Usage:

For the best flavor, the seeds must be freshly ground just before use. In Indian cooking, the roasted seeds before being ground and the leaves for use both in a curry or used as a supplement - or even both. The seeds are often added to potpourri mix.

History:

The fruits are rounded including corianderbetter known as seasoning for pickles and curries in Europe and America. But in India and the Far East, green coriander - or fresh leaves - explains the taste of curry. This version is happy to leave a must-have in Western supermarkets.

Originally from southern Europe and the Middle East, coriander popular herb used in England until the time of the Tudors to be. The first settlers to America included coriander seeds under the headings loved tookin the New World as the Spanish in Mexico. It enjoys wide popularity today coriander. But some groups have mythic associations - the Chinese believe it will be endowed with the power of immortality and Jews prepared for the bitter herbs of Passover.

Cultivation:

Coriander grows best in a dry - in fact it is difficult to grow in wetlands, and needs a good dry summer, at least whento obtain a reasonable harvest. Choose a sunny spot and sow in situ, once all danger of frost is past. Alternatively, sow in decorative containers and continue to grow a plant in a container apartment balcony, terrace or garden. The stems are weak - either a post or a companion to lean on him. Coriander is a good harvest in the winter, depending on the local climate. Where I live, is a dry, warm winter and good results in many hot curries, we pampered with corianderGarnish.

Collection:

Branches can be frozen or preserved in salt and oil, fresh coriander leaves and dry with no success. The best flavor is achieved by using the profile immediately after harvest.