Asian Cilantro Substitute Seeds - Herbal Plant

Asian Cilantro Substitute is a perennial aromatic herb grown for its flavorful green leaves and vigorous spreading growth habit. Commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine as an alternative to cilantro, it thrives in warm, humid conditions and is suitable for herb gardens, containers, raised beds, and edible landscapes. The plant grows best in moist, fertile soil and produces abundant foliage throughout the growing season. It is valued for culinary use and as an attractive edible garden plant.

Features

• Aromatic culinary herb with distinctive flavor
• Commonly used as a cilantro alternative
• Suitable for herb gardens, containers, and raised beds
• Adapted to warm and humid climates
• Produces abundant edible foliage
• Thrives in consistently moist soil
• Ideal for fresh culinary applications

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Persicaria odorata
• Common Name (US): Vietnamese Coriander, Asian Cilantro Substitute
• Seed Type / Variety: Aromatic Culinary Herb Variety
• Growth Habit: Spreading perennial herb
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to Summer
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall; year-round in frost-free climates
• Sowing Season: March-July
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, June, July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 1-3 weeks in warm, moist growing medium
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 12-24 inches tall and 12-24 inches wide
• Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches apart