Culantro Seeds 100 Count – Ngo Gai Vietnamese Herb, Caribbean Coriander

Culantro, also known as Ngo Gai, Vietnamese coriander, or Caribbean coriander, is a tropical perennial herb prized for its long, serrated green leaves and bold, aromatic flavor. Despite the nickname, it is not true cilantro; its leaves are longer, more pungent, and hold their flavor well when cooked. This herb is a staple in Vietnamese, Thai, and Caribbean cooking, often added to soups, curries, and rice dishes.

Easy to grow in warm conditions, culantro forms a low rosette of leaves that can be harvested repeatedly. It thrives in moist soil and partial shade, making it a useful herb for both garden beds and containers. The plants also produce small white flower clusters that attract beneficial insects.

Plant Features

• Long, serrated green leaves with a strong, cilantro-like aroma
• Perennial in tropical climates; grown as an annual in cooler zones
• Flavor holds up well in cooked dishes
• Attracts pollinators with small white flowers
• Harvest leaves continuously once established

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Eryngium foetidum
• Plant Type: Tropical perennial herb
• Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Low rosette
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow culantro seeds on the surface of moist, well-draining seed-starting mix; do not cover deeply as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist and maintain temperatures around 70-85°F. Germination can be slow and uneven, often taking 2-4 weeks. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them to a partially shaded spot in the garden or a container.

Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer leaves as needed, leaving the center to continue growing. In cooler climates, bring containers indoors before frost or grow as an annual.

What's Included

100 Culantro seeds (Ngo Gai / Vietnamese coriander / Caribbean coriander).