Strong Coriander Aroma
Produces aromatic foliage with a distinctive coriander-like fragrance and a stronger flavor than ordinary cilantro. Ideal for adding depth to a variety of recipes.
Recao Culantro Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Recao Culantro Seeds
Recao Culantro, botanically known as Eryngium foetidum, is an aromatic tropical herb widely appreciated for its distinctive flavor and long, serrated green leaves. Commonly called culantro, recao, Mexican coriander, and sawtooth coriander, this culinary herb is especially popular in Caribbean, Latin American, and Asian cuisines. Its strong coriander-like aroma makes it a flavorful addition to soups, curries, chutneys, sauces, rice dishes, and traditional seasonings. Recao Culantro grows well in warm conditions, particularly in partially shaded areas with moist, well-drained soil.
Culinary Herb
Aromatic Leaves
Tropical Herb
Partial Shade Growing
Key Features
Long Serrated Leaves
Develops elongated, dark green leaves with characteristic saw-toothed edges, forming an attractive leafy rosette.
Warm Climate Adaptability
A tropical herb that grows well in warm and humid conditions. Partial shade helps maintain tender foliage and encourages continued leaf production.
Versatile Culinary Use
Fresh leaves are commonly used in soups, curries, sauces, chutneys, rice dishes, marinades, and traditional Caribbean seasonings.
Product Highlights
Botanical name: Eryngium foetidum
Also known as Mexican coriander
Popular Caribbean culinary herb
Distinctive coriander-like fragrance
Long, serrated green foliage
Suitable for container gardening
Thrives in partial shade
Harvest fresh leaves as needed
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Eryngium foetidum |
| Common Name | Recao, Culantro, Mexican Coriander, Sawtooth Coriander |
| Plant Family | Apiaceae |
| Seed Type | Herb Seeds |
| Plant Type | Biennial or short-lived perennial tropical herb |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing leafy rosette |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Flower Color | Greenish-white |
| Plant Height | Approximately 8–40 cm, depending on growing conditions |
| Planting Season | Year-round in suitable tropical climates |
| Seed Starting | Direct sowing or nursery seed starting |
| Germination Time | Approximately 2–4 weeks under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Around 24°C (75°F) is suitable |
| Sunlight | Partial shade to filtered sunlight |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Soil pH | Approximately 6.0–7.8 |
| Watering | Regular watering to maintain consistent soil moisture |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 12–15 cm between plants |
| Harvest Time | Approximately 3–5 months, depending on growing conditions |
| Growing Season | Warm and humid growing conditions |
| Growing Location | Kitchen gardens, raised beds, containers, and herb gardens |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Select a suitable location or seed-starting tray. Use a fine, fertile seed-starting mix that retains moisture while providing good drainage. Keep the growing medium lightly moist before sowing.
Select a suitable location or seed-starting tray. Use a fine, fertile seed-starting mix that retains moisture while providing good drainage. Keep the growing medium lightly moist before sowing.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Scatter the small Recao Culantro seeds over the prepared soil surface. Press them gently into the growing medium and cover only very lightly, as deep planting can interfere with successful germination.
Scatter the small Recao Culantro seeds over the prepared soil surface. Press them gently into the growing medium and cover only very lightly, as deep planting can interfere with successful germination.
Step 3: Maintain Moisture and Warmth
Keep the soil consistently moist without waterlogging it. Provide warm conditions, ideally around 24°C, and protect the seed tray from drying winds and harsh direct sunlight.
Keep the soil consistently moist without waterlogging it. Provide warm conditions, ideally around 24°C, and protect the seed tray from drying winds and harsh direct sunlight.
Step 4: Transplant the Seedlings
Once seedlings are sufficiently established, transplant them carefully into garden beds or individual containers. Maintain approximately 12–15 cm spacing between plants to allow healthy foliage development.
Once seedlings are sufficiently established, transplant them carefully into garden beds or individual containers. Maintain approximately 12–15 cm spacing between plants to allow healthy foliage development.
Step 5: Provide Partial Shade
Grow Recao Culantro in partial shade or filtered sunlight. Provide fertile soil, regular watering, and suitable ventilation. Excessive sunlight and heat can encourage premature flowering and reduce leaf production.
Grow Recao Culantro in partial shade or filtered sunlight. Provide fertile soil, regular watering, and suitable ventilation. Excessive sunlight and heat can encourage premature flowering and reduce leaf production.
Step 6: Harvest Fresh Leaves
Harvest mature outer leaves as needed while allowing younger central leaves to continue growing. Remove developing flower stalks if you want to encourage continued leafy growth.
Harvest mature outer leaves as needed while allowing younger central leaves to continue growing. Remove developing flower stalks if you want to encourage continued leafy growth.
Grow Fresh and Flavorful Recao Culantro
Bring the distinctive aroma of Recao Culantro into your home garden with this flavorful tropical culinary herb. Its long, serrated green leaves and strong coriander-like fragrance make it a wonderful addition to kitchen gardens, containers, and herb-growing spaces. Provide warm temperatures, partial shade, and consistent moisture to encourage healthy foliage and a rewarding harvest of fresh leaves for your favorite dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover helpful answers about Recao Culantro seeds, cultivation, harvesting, and culinary uses.
What is the difference between culantro and cilantro?
Culantro and cilantro are two different herbs belonging to the Apiaceae family. Culantro (Eryngium foetidum) produces long, serrated leaves with a stronger, more concentrated coriander-like aroma. Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) has softer, finely divided foliage and a milder flavor. Culantro is particularly valued in tropical cooking because it performs well in warm conditions where cilantro may bolt quickly.
How do you prevent Recao Culantro plants from flowering too early?
Provide partial shade, consistent soil moisture, and fertile growing conditions to encourage leafy development. Excessive sunlight, heat, and longer daylight conditions can encourage premature bolting. Regularly remove emerging flower stalks to help extend the period of fresh leaf production.
When can you start harvesting Recao Culantro leaves?
Recao Culantro leaves can generally be harvested once the plants are well established and have developed sufficiently mature foliage. Depending on the variety and growing conditions, the first harvest may begin approximately 3–5 months after sowing. Pick the mature outer leaves and leave the younger central leaves intact to encourage continued growth and future harvests.