Bolivian Coriander Seeds - Herbal Plant

Bolivian Coriander is a unique, heat-tolerant culinary herb prized for its aromatic, serrated leaves with a robust cilantro-like flavor. Unlike common cilantro, this tropical herb thrives in warm climates and continues producing flavorful leaves throughout the growing season. It is widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and Southeast Asian cuisines for salsas, soups, curries, stir-fries, and fresh garnishes. Ideal for herb gardens, raised beds, and containers, it performs best in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil.

Features

• Heat-tolerant alternative to common cilantro
• Aromatic leaves with a bold cilantro-like flavor
• Excellent for fresh culinary use and garnishes
• Ideal for herb gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Continuous leaf production in warm weather
• Attracts beneficial pollinators when flowering
• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Eryngium foetidum
• Common Name (US): Bolivian Coriander / Long Coriander / Culantro
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom Culinary Herb Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright rosette-forming herbaceous perennial (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
• USDA Zones: 8–11 (grown as an annual in colder regions)
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March–July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14–30 days at 70–85°F (21–29°C); sow seeds shallowly and keep soil consistently moist until germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Mature Plant Size: 8–18 inches tall, 8–12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches apart