100 Seeds Culantro Ngo Gai Vietnamese Recao Herb Eryngium foetidum

Culantro, also known as Ngo Gai, Vietnamese Recao, or long coriander, is a tropical perennial herb grown for its long, serrated green leaves and its bold, aromatic flavor that closely resembles cilantro but holds up far better under heat. It forms a low, compact rosette of foliage and is a valued choice for gardeners who want a steady supply of fresh herb through warm weather.

In the kitchen the leaves are used fresh in soups, noodle dishes, curries, and marinades, and they are frequently paired with grilled meats and Southeast Asian recipes. The plant also works well as a neat edging or container specimen where its textured foliage can be appreciated. Regular harvesting encourages continued leaf production, and plants left to mature will send up small greenish flower stalks.
Species: Eryngium foetidum
Variety: Ngo Gai
Type: Tropical perennial herb
Plant_Habit: Low-growing rosette
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-drained, consistently moist
Days_to_Harvest: 60 to 90
Zones: 8 to 11
Germination: 14 to 28 days
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep evenly moist
Spacing: 8 to 12 inches
Notes: Harvest outer leaves to sustain growth