VIETNAMESE CORIANDER

OTHER NAMES

VIETNAMESE MINT

CLASSIC FLAVOUR PARTNERS

Lemon Grass, Chilli, Garlic, Spring Onions, Lime Basil, Thai Basil, Kaffir Lime.

CLASSIC FOOD PARTNERS

Stirfry, Curry, Soup, Prawns, Salads.

COOKING

The aroma is identical to Cilantro Coriander. The flavour is that of Coriander with a strong peppery aftertaste. Use milder young leaves sparingly at first.

LANDSCAPE

Very vigorous ground cover in moist spots.

CULTIVATION

Wet! Tender spreading perennial to 50cm high when in flower.

BOTANIC NAME

Polygonum odoratum