Cilantro

General characteristics of our crops

• Location - Mexicali Valley, Baja California, Mexico

• Availability of the product: October - March

• Climate conditions - Temperatures range from 32° to 120°F (0º to 49ºC).

• Crop: Conventional

Botany

Cilantro is a member of the Apiaceae family (called Umbelliferae beforehand) and is the only species in the Coriandrum genus; its botanical characteristics are:

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• Annual plant reaching 40 to 60 centimiters in height

• Its leaves segregate a strong scent until the plant dries up a little softening the aroma.

• The fruit produces small seeds used in the production of scented oils.

Health benefits

• Fortifies the immune system - Its oils have antioxidants, antiinfective agents and Vitamin C, which fortify the immune system.

• Anti-inflammatory - Contains antirheumatic and anti-arthritic properties which reduce pain and swelling caused by these illnesses.

• Eye relief - Works as a powerful disinfectant used in illnesses such as conjuntivitis and ocular ageing.

• Balances hormonal changes - Cilantro tea can reduce the pain caused by menstrual pains and stabilize hormones during a womans cycle.