Culantro Seeds – Eryngium foetidum Herbal Plant

Culantro is a warm-season herb grown for its long, aromatic leaves and rosette-forming growth habit. Plants produce strap-like green foliage and develop flowering stalks as they mature. This species is suitable for herb gardens, raised beds, containers, and tropical garden settings. Culantro performs best in warm, humid conditions with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, adapting well to partial shade and sheltered growing locations.

Features

• Warm-season aromatic herb
• Produces long, strap-like green leaves
• Rosette-forming growth habit
• Suitable for herb gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Adapted to warm and humid growing conditions
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Suitable for partial shade locations

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Eryngium foetidum
• Common Name (US): Culantro
• Seed Type / Variety: Eryngium foetidum
• Growth Habit: Rosette-forming perennial herb
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days at 70-85°F (21-29°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 12-18 inches tall, 8-12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches apart