ISHS International Society for Horticultural Science
Abstract
Coriandrum sativum (coriander) is commonly used, raw or cooked, in Portuguese
Gastronomy. Coriander is also used in traditional medicine as a carminative and as
a digestive aid. The fruits essential oil is used in food flavouring and in perfumery
and is also responsible for the digestive and stimulant effect as well as for fungicide
and bactericidal activity