Coriander
Coriandrum sativum · Coriander · Carrot family
Also known as: Cilantro · Chinese Parsley
Medium20–50cmPet-friendlyEdible
Coriander care at a glance
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 10–29 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 10–29 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests & Weather on Coriander
Possible pests on Coriander include Slugs and snails and Aphids. Coriander is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
Weather
- Bolting High
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Coriander
- Which pests affect Coriander?
- Possible pests on Coriander include Slugs and snails and Aphids.
- Is Coriander toxic to cats and dogs?
- Coriander is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Coriander need?
- Coriander has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Coriander need?
- Coriander prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Coriander frost-hardy?
- Coriander is not frost-hardy.
- Can you eat Coriander?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves, stems, flowers and seeds.