Coriander ~ Coriandrum sativum

Coriander

Latin name: Coriandrum sativum

Family: Apiaceae

Part used: fruits

Habitat: native to Europe, Africa, Asia; naturalized inN. America

Main constituents: volatile oil, flavonoids (quercetin), coumarins, phenolic acids

Energetics: warm, nutty and spicy

Main herbal actions: aromatic, carminative, antispasmodic, bactericidal

Minor herbal actions: hypoglycemic, anti-inflammatory,

Main medicinal uses: migraine, flatulence, diarrhea, rheumatism, colds

Minor medicinal uses: cramps, neuralgia

Preparations: flavoring spice; powder: ¼ – ½ tsp at a time; infusion: 2 tsp herb/cup water: drink 1 cup qd

Contraindications: some people experience allergies or sensitivity

Toxicity: none known

Sources: Wren, R.C. Potter’s New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations www.homeopathycourses.com/pdf/Coriandrum_Proving.pdf; http://www-ang.kfunigraz.ac.at/~katzer/engl/generic_frame.html?Cori_sat.html; http://www.holistic-online.com/Herbal-Med/_Herbs/h142.htm