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Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Cilantro is a bright, aromatic culinary herb used worldwide. Traditionally, it has been included in food-based routines and everyday wellness habits as part of balanced meals.
Botanical snapshot
Botanical name
Coriandrum sativum
Common names
Cilantro (leaf), coriander (seed)
Family
Carrot family (Apiaceae)
Part used
Leaf and seed (culinary use)
Taste/aroma
Fresh, citrusy, pungent
Traditional uses
- Included in traditional foodways as part of balanced meals (traditional use)
- Comfortable digestion after meals when used in foods (traditional use)
- Seasonal food traditions and daily vitality (traditional use)
Traditional use is not the same as proven medical treatment.
Safety & considerations
- Cilantro is widely used as food.
- If you have plant allergies, introduce slowly and discontinue if you notice sensitivity.
- If pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or managing a condition, consult a qualified professional.
- These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.