Coriander

Botanical name: Conriandrum sativum

Part used: Seeds

Gifts from this plant: Coriander seeds makes a mild, nice tasting tea to help with indigestion, gas and bloating. Coriander has a carminative action which means that it stimulates the digestive process and helps you to digest your meal. One of my favorite morning teas is a combination of fennel seed, coriander and cardamom in equal parts. It is a delicious tea that wakes up your belly before you eat in the morning. For cooking, coriander seed is a versatile spice that goes well with hot and savory spices as well as sweet spices.