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Pinch it. Cilantro is actually the same plant from which Coriander is derrived, so even if it does go to seed, one can find wonderful uses for it.
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Is there a difference in cilantro seeds and coriander seeds?
There is no difference between cilantro and coriander seeds, because cilantro and coriander are two names for the same plant. Cilantro is merely the Spanish name for a plant that is known in English as coriander. The term Cilantro is popular for the fresh leaves of the plant in America because most Americans are only familiar with the use of the fresh leaves in Mexican cuisine, where it's known by the Spanish name.
When planting seed why is it important to keep the paper towel wet?
its important because if you don't keep the paper wet since the seed needs the water to grow (and its only source is the paper towel that is wet) if you let that water dry up the seed will not grow or get its nutients =D hope that helps =]
How do you plant a Chinese lantern plant from seed?
you plant the seed and water it let it have a lot of sun. and keep doing that until it is fully into a Chinese lantern.
Is cilantro in the shade or sun plant?
Cilantro or Coriander (Coriandrun sativum) is an annual or biennial plant of the Parsley Family. when the leaves are used in flavourings and food it is called Cilantro, when it is the seeds used we call it coriander.When growing this herb outdoors as Cilantro it can tolerate some shade, however if you intend to harvest the seeds it should be grown in full sun.See the related link below for more information.
Is a pototo a a seed?
potatoes arent usually grown from seed but from potato cuttings.
What is cilantro?
cilantro is apparently coriander! actually cilantro is a green leafy herb coriander is a dried seed.
Where can you find coriander seeds?
Coriander actually comes from a cilantro plant that goes to seed. Commercial coriander comes from cilantro plants that are breed to seed more quickly and abundantly.
If you substitute coriander for cilantro in lamb meatballs what is the conversion amount for a half cup of cilantro?
Corriander is the seed for cilantro, so it might be pretty strong. Use just a tablespoon.
What is cilantro also known as?
Chinese parsley. also coriander seed.
Can seed pod of cilantro be used for anything?
Yes You can sow them to grow more cilantro or ground up they go well in an Indian or Thai curry
Does cilantro need all day sun?
The most important thing to remember when growing cilantro is that it does not like hot weather. Cilantro growing in soil that reaches 75F will bolt and go to seed. This means that the ideal cilantro growing conditions are cool but sunny. You should be growing cilantro where it will get early morning or late afternoon sun, but be shaded during the hottest part of the day.
What herb is commonly used to make salsa?
Cilantro is the herb most used in salsa. It is the leafy growth of the corriander seed.
How do you substitute dried cilantro for fresh cilantro?
You can substitute 1 tablespoon dill seed for 3 dill heads. The flavor will be less pungent than if you use fresh dill.
Is a cilantro seed monocot or dicot?
Japaleno are monocot / DICOTS
Is grass seed producing?
Grasses will produce seed only if you let it grow to seed, which means not cutting it at all, and letting it grow to maturity, going from the vegetative stage to the seeding stage. But if you keep cutting it, then no, it won't produce any seeds.
Are peppercorns a seed?
Yes but it is always going down:)
What herb can you replace coriander with?
You can replace coriander with cilantro, which is the leafy form of the seed, coriander. This is not an exact match, and the flavor/scent of cilantro is stronger than coriander, so be very careful. I'd replace 1tsp of dried coriander with 1/2tsp of dried cilantro or 1Tbsp of fresh, minced cilantro.Cumin might make a reasonable replacement. Depends whether you need ground or fresh.
