Spanish Name
Culantro coyote
Scientific Name
Eryngium foetidum
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Perennial/Annual
Bi-Annual
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Edible parts
Leaves
Recipes
Growth Type
Herbaceous
Usage
CulinaryMedicinal
Life Cycle
Placenta 1
Origin
Central AmericaSouth America
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Costa Rican cilantro. Use for salads, salsas, gallo pinto, soups, stews
Nutritional Info
Rich in calcium, iron, vitamins A and C, and strong aromatic oils
Medicinal Uses
Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, supports digestion and respiratory health
Planting Distance
20–30 cm between plants; 30–40 cm between rows; prefers partial shade.
Harvest Time
Begin 6–8 weeks after planting; continue every 1–2 weeks before flowering.
