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Common name: "Coriander"
Latin name:
Polygonum oderatum 'Vietnamese'

Coriander - Polygonum oderatum

Zone: 9 - Annual

Native to area:
No

Growth habit:
Upright plant 20" height.

Flowers: Yes, small white to pinkish. Late spring thru summer.

Companion plant-able:
Yes, plant with Anise. 
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured Herb: Coriander
Polygonum oderatum 'Vietnamese'
Herbs Cultural information: "Coriander" is difficult to divide. It's better to grow this plant from seed or purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. 

Plant seeds 1/2" deep spaced 6" to 9" apart. Use the same spacing for pre-started plants. Feed "Coriander" sparingly.

Uses: Aromatic, Culinary, Medicinal and Ornamental
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest "Coriander" when the leaves start to turn brown... but before the seeds drop. Hang bunches upside down to dry allowing the seed to fall into a paper bag. Store seeds in an air tight container. Be sure seed has dried completely before storage or consumption.

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