Coriander

CORIANDER

aka Chinese parsley , dhaniya

GROW

Propagate : seedings

Light : shady sun

Water : once a day

Soil : good drainage

Fertilizer : twice a month

USES

Helps digestion : Coriander leaves help in alleviating irritation of the intestines. It also helps in stimulating appetite and easy digestion. For this, one can consume coriander as a paste along with rice. This paste is created by mixing coriander, black pepper, rock salt, and cumin powder.

Treatment of mouth ulcers : The leaves can be used as a home remedy for mouth ulcers . Paste of coriander leaves is applied on to the mouth ulcers 2-3 times a day for relief from mouth ulcers.

Treatment of headaches : It has pain relieving property and it helps in soothing rheumatism and arthritis pain. Paste of coriander leaves can be applied to the forehead and temples for fast relief from headache.

Improves bone health : Calcium and other essential minerals found in coriander may help with are integral components of bone regrowth and durability, as well as protect against osteoporosis. Adding even a small amount of coriander to your diet can help keep your bones healthy and strong for years to come.