🌿 Vietnamese Coriander

(ผักแพว / Vietnamese Coriander)

Scientific name: Persicaria odorata

Description

Vietnamese Coriander is a fragrant leafy herb widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine. It is known for its long, narrow green leaves with a distinctive spicy, peppery flavor. Easy to grow and fast-growing, it is an excellent choice for kitchen gardens, containers, and edible landscapes.

Key Points

• Aromatic leaves with a spicy, peppery flavor
• Fast-growing and easy to maintain
• Excellent culinary herb
• Suitable for pots and home gardens
• Harvestable throughout the year in warm climates

Care

☀️ Full sun to partial shade
💧 Keep soil consistently moist
🌱 Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
✂️ Harvest leaves regularly to encourage new growth
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical climates

Size

📏 Plant height: 15 cm (excluding pot)

Perfect for:

🌿 Herb gardens • 🪴 Container planting • 🏡 Kitchen gardens • 🥗 Fresh culinary herbs • 🌱 Organic gardening

Important Note

📌 Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth and continuous leaf production.
📌 Leaf size, color, and flavor intensity may vary depending on growing conditions and season.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.