1. An annual herb with divided feathery leaves and small white flowers in umbrella-like clusters, cultivated for its aromatic leaves and seeds used as spices
   "Coriandrum sativum filled the herb garden with a distinctive aroma";
   - coriander, Chinese parsley, cilantro [N. Amer]

Type of: herb, herbaceous plant

Part of: Coriandrum, genus Coriandrum

Encyclopedia: Coriandrum sativum