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Coriandrum sativum Linn.

Coriandrum sativum Linn.

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.

Warning: 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.

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

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Anti-bilious, Anti-septic, Aromatic, Carminative, Diuretic, Refrigerant, Stomachic, Tonic.

The pharmacological actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Fresh green herb are Anti-flatulent, Carminative, Resolvent, Sedative.

The pharmacological actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Fruit (seeds) are Anti-flatulent, Cardiac Refrigerant, Carminative, Sedative.

The pharmacological action of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Infusion is Stimulant.

The pharmacological actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Oil are Analgesic, Anti-oxidant , Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Bactericidal, Carminative, Cytotoxic, Depurative, Digestive, Fungicidal, Larvicidal, Lipolytic, Revitalizing, Stimulant.

The pharmacological actions of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Seeds are Anti-flatulent, Cardiac , Refrigerant.

Indications

The indications of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Decoction (Plant) are Measles, Nausea, Stomachache, Hernia.

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 Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Fruit (seeds) are Flatulence, Functional Debility of Stomach, Diarrhoea due to Indigestion, Excessive Thirst.

The indications of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Infusion are Acute Inflammation, Persistent Vertigo, Epilepsy, Loss of Appetite.

The indications of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Seeds are Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Ulcers, Eye Wash, Poulltice, Carbuncles, Headache.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

The temperament of Coriandrum sativum Linn. is 2nd order, cold and dry.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

Odor: The odor of Coriandrum sativum Linn. is Aromatic.

Taste: Spicy.

Dosage

PartDoseInstructions
Whole Herb0.000 – 0.000 N/A
Fresh green herb0.000 – 0.000 -N/A
Oil1.000 – 4.000 mlN/A
Powder5.000 – 7.000 gN/A

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.

Substitutes

The substitutes of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Lactuca sativa Linn. (Seeds), Papaver somniferum Linn..

Active Constituents

The active constituents of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Anethole, Borneol, Coriandrin, Coriandrinol, Coriandron A, Coriandron B, Geraniol, Kaempferol 3-Glucoside, Limonene, Quercetin-3-O-Caffeyl Glucoside, Scopoletin, Umbelliferone.

The active constituents of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Fruit (seeds) are Fatty Matter, Fixed Oil, Malic Acid, Mucilage, Tannin, Volatile Oil.

The active constituents of Coriandrum sativum Linn.'s Oil are Borneol, Coriandrol, Cymene, Limonene, Linalool, Malic Acid, Oxalic Acid, Phellandrene, Tannic Acid, Terpenes, Tertiary Alcohol.

Antidotes

The antidotes of Coriandrum sativum Linn. are Cydonia oblonga Pers., Gallus domesticus Tenminck (Egg) [Used in half fried form.], Apis mellifera L. (Honey).

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Coriandrum sativum Linn.. (work in progress)