Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) is an annual herbaceous plant from the Apiaceae family, cultivated as a spice, botanical raw material and source of essential oil. In commercial practice, the product is widely known as coriander seeds, although botanically the used plant part is a dry fruit. The plant develops an upright, smooth and branched stem, finely divided leaves and small white to pinkish flowers arranged in umbels.
Basic Information
- Latin name: Coriandrum sativum L.
- English name: Coriander
- German name: Koriander
- Part used: seeds / fruits (Fructus Coriandri)
- Subcategory: seeds
- Raw material type: cultivated
- Harvest period: July – August
Raw Material Characteristics
Coriander fruits are collected shortly before full maturity, when they are well developed and part of the crop has reached the wax-ripe stage. After drying, the raw material develops a pleasant, warm, slightly citrus-like and spicy aroma. The fruits are firm, yellowish-brown to light brown, with clearly visible ridges. The raw material is valued for its broad application in food, herbal and aromatic products.
Chemical Composition
Coriander seeds / fruits contain essential oil, with linalool, also known as coriandrol, as a key component. The raw material also contains fixed oil, proteins, coumarins, organic acids, rutin and other polyphenolic compounds.
Suitable for the Production of
- spice blends
- teas and herbal formulas for digestive comfort
- dry and liquid botanical extracts
- essential oil
- bakery, confectionery and preserved food products
- food and brewing industry applications
- perfumery and aromatic products
- liqueur products
Medicinal Properties and Effects on the Body
Coriander has the following properties:
- carminative
- antispasmodic
- appetite-stimulating
- antioxidant
- antimicrobial
- expectorant
- supports normal digestion
Forms Available
- coriander seeds / fruits (Fructus Coriandri) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size upon request, or powdered
- https://vesselino.com/products/coriander-seed-essential-oil-95.htmlcoriander essential oil (Oleum Coriandri)
Quality and Documentation
Upon request, a Certificate of Analysis (COA), technical documentation, batch traceability and additional documents may be provided.
Inquiry
Contact us for availability, bulk quantities, samples and a custom quotation based on the required raw material specifications.
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