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Description

Culantro (Eryngium foetidum) is a biennial herb common throughout the Caribbean and Central America.

Eryngium foetidum is a tropical perennial and annual herb in the family Apiaceae. Its scientific Latin name literally translates as foul-smelling thistle . Common names include culantro, Mexican coriander and long coriander.

Plant Specifications

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name Eryngium foetidum
Maximum Reachable Height 4 to 8 inches long leaves
Flower Colour greenish
Difficulty Level easy to grow

Planting and care

Plant cilantro in full sun and well-drained soil.Be mindful of cilantro s growing season.Plant cilantro in its own space so it has room to re-seed.
Stagger plantings to ensure an uninterrupted harvest.Remember to fertilize every four to five harvests.Water germinating seeds well.

Culantro care

It grows best in a well-drained, moist soil. Cilantro plants should be spaced about 6 to 8 inches apart. To harvest fresh cilantro all season, make successive sowings every 2 to 3 weeks starting in late spring. From the time of sowing seed, cilantro leaves can begin to be harvested in about 3 to 4 weeks.
In the wild, culantro growing conditions for thriving plants are shaded and wet. Even when the culantro plants are kept in shade, they tend to flower, a leafless stalk with spiky light green blossoms. Pinch the stalk or cut it off to encourage additional foliage growth. Mimic the natural growing conditions as much as possible, keeping the plant in the shade and consistently moist. Culantro plant care is nominal, as it is relatively pest and disease free. It is said to attract beneficial insects as well as defend against aphids.

Sunlight partial shade
Watering medium
Soil well-drained, moist soil
Temperature 75F
Fertilizer any organic fertilizer

Culantro special feature

Cilantro is a tender herb (along with mint and basil) which has gentle leaves that are best to add either raw or near the end of cooking in order to maintain their delicate flavor and texture.

Culantro uses

Ornamental Use:

  • The plant is used for ornamental purpose

Medicinal Use:

  • Some studies suggest that increasing consumption of plant foods like cilantro decreases the risk of obesity, overall mortality, diabetes, and heart disease while promoting healthy skin and hair, increased energy, and overall lower weight

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another name for a Culantro ?

Culantro is commonly known as Eryngium foetidum

How tall do Culantro grow?

On average Culantro grows 4 to 8 inches long leaves

What color are Culantro ?

A Culantro plant bears flowers of color greenish

How hard is Culantro to grow?

A Culantro is easy to grow

How much sunlight does a Culantro need?

A Culantro prefers partial shade

How much water does a Culantro need?

A Culantro prefers watering medium

What kind of soil does a Culantro need?

A Culantro prefers well-drained, moist soil

What temperature does a Culantro like?

A Culantro prefers 75F

How often should I fertilize my Culantro ?

To encourage Culantro growth, any organic fertilizer

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Krishna kulkarni
Plant received in good condition as shown in picture

Plant received in good condition as shown in picture

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Denzongpa Choden
How often I need to water it?

How often I need to water it?

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deepesh ramteke
Great plant.

Great plant..looked nice.

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Asan Kader
Worth the price

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Rajiv Dhall
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