Corriander Seeds

BOTANICAL NAME: Coriandrum sativum (LINN.)
FAMILY NAME: N.O. Umbelliferae

This fragrant spice also has medicinal properties. Coriander seeds are very much considered to be carminative, diuretic, tonic, stomachic, antibilious, refrigerant. Alcoholic extracts as mother tincture of this herb is exceedingly popular amongst the homeopathic professionals.
Coriander forms the base of most Indian curries. Oleoresin s can be extracted from the coriander seeds. The oleoresin is in addition employed for seasoning beverages, pickles, sweets and other numerous delicacies. It is also used in flavouring pastries, cookies, buns, cakes and product.