Abstract
This chapter describes the morphology, uses, chemical composition (mainly the constituents of the volatile oil) and medicinal properties (antioxidant, insecticidal, and for aflatoxin control) of coriander (Coriandrum sativum). Factors affecting the composition of the volatile oil from coriander (including distillation technique, environmental conditions, maturity of the plant material, geographical variation, harvesting and drying, cultivar and storage).