Description :
Coriander can be considered both a herb and a spice. It is a member of the parsley (Apiaceae) family. The word coriander can be used to define the whole plant: its leaves, stems, seeds, and all. Coriander seeds are round and tannish brown and have a bit of a spicy, citrusy flavor. Coriander is a native plant around the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. The coriander spice AKA Dhaniya Powder is the ground form of seeds and is very popular in India. It is one of the customary spices that is used in many savory dishes.
Origin:
Coriander can easily be considered as one of the oldest spices on record as the seeds have been found in ruins dating back to 5000 B.C. References to coriander can be found in Sanskrit writings, Bible, and in Egyptian tombs. Its name comes from the Greek word koris, which means a stink bug. Coriander was one of the first herbs grown by the American colonists of Massachusetts.
Coriander is a very popular spice in the kitchen, and apart from that it also has many incredible health benefits.