Coriandrum sativum Linn.
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Coriandrum sativum Linn.belongs to Apiaceae, Umbelliferae, family.
The Arabic Names for this herb are Kuzbara, Kuzbara Baladi.
The English Name for this herb is Coriander.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Dhaneo, Dhaniya, Dhanya, Kishneez.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Anti-bilious, Anti-septic, Aromatic, Carminative, Diuretic, Refrigerant, Stomachic, Tonic.
Seeds:
Anti-flatulentCardiacRefrigerant Oil:
AnalgesicAnti-oxidantAnti-rheumaticAnti-spasmodicAphrodisiacBactericidalCarminativeCytotoxicDepurativeDigestiveFungicidalLarvicidalLipolyticRevitalizingStimulant Fruit (seeds):
Anti-flatulentCardiac RefrigerantCarminativeSedative Fresh green herb:
Anti-flatulentCarminativeResolventSedative Infusion:
Stimulant
Indications
The Indications of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Headache, Bilious Affections, Impaired Memory, Stomach Debility, Rheumatism, Malencholia, Urethral Ulcers, Extra Blood Heat, Mental Insufficiency, Cardiac Debility, Bleeding Piles, Neuralgia, Dyspepsia, Palpitation, Vomiting, Wounds, Flatulence.
The Indications of Seeds of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Ulcers, Eye Wash, Poulltice, Carbuncles, Headache.
The Indications of Fruit (seeds) of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Flatulence, Functional Debility of Stomach, Diarrhoea due to Indigestion, Excessive Thirst.
The Indications of Infusion of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Acute Inflammation, Persistent Vertigo, Epilepsy, Loss of Appetite.
The Indications of Decoction (Plant) of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Measles, Nausea, Stomachache, Hernia.
No Contra Indication information is available for Coriandrum sativum Linn..
Temperaments
The Temperament of Coriandrum sativum Linn. is 2nd order, cold and dry.
Available Brands
Compound Preparations
Coriandrum sativum Linn. is used in the preparation of Arq Amber, Arq Gazar Ambari, Dawa-i-Gharghara, Dawa-ul-Misk Mo'tadil Jawahardar, Itrifal Kishnizi, Itrifal Mundi, Itrifal Zamani, Jawarish Mastagi Kalan, Khamira Gaozaban Ambari Jawahardar, Khamira Hamdard, Ma'jun Juzam, Ma'jun Kalkalanj, Ma'jun Mundi, Ma'jun Sohag Sonth, Mufarreh Barid Jawahar Wali, Roghan Kishneez, Safuf Kalan, Sunun Kalan compounds.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Whole Herb | | N/A |
| Fresh green herb | | N/A |
| Oil | 1.000ml - 4.000ml | N/A |
| Powder | 5.000g - 7.000g | N/A |
Herb's Description
Coriandrum sativum Linn.. Coriander is a common culinary, aromatic herb which grows to about 60 cm height188'. Leaves alternate, decompound, sheathing, pinnules oblong, narrow, obtuse. Inflorescence a terminal compound umbel, involucral bracts crowded at the base of the pedicel. Fruits are globular and are made up of two halves, they are yellow to brownish in colour and 2-3.5 mm in diameter
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It is native of Mediterranean Region. It occurs in Asia Minor, Central Europe, Egypt, India, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, Viet Nam.. This plant is cultivated worldwide.
Odor: The odor of Coriandrum sativum Linn. is Aromatic
Taste: Spicy
Substitutes
No information regarding Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
Use of single herb preparation in comparatively large quantities for long term may cause sexual insufficiency (of temporary nature), may cause obstructions and exert adverse effects on memory.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Coriandrum sativum Linn.. (work in progress)