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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Culantro |
| Scientific name | Eryngium foetidum |
| Family / Genus | Apiaceae / — |
| Produce category | Herb |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_2003 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 7.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Commercial Culantro | 60% | The most common form found in commercial markets, characterized by medium-long, serrated, dark green leaves and a strong, pungent aroma similar to cilantro but more intense. Good vigor and general ada |
| Broadleaf Type Culantro | 20% | Selected for wider leaves, which can lead to higher yields per plant. Maintains the characteristic strong aroma and flavor. Often preferred for processing or bulk use due to larger leaf surface. |
| Long-Leaf Type Culantro | 15% | Distinguished by longer, sometimes narrower leaves compared to the standard type. Offers a good balance of leaf mass and intense flavor. Popular in regions where culantro is a staple herb. |
| ‘Bandana’ | 5% | A named cultivar sometimes found in seed catalogs, known for good vigor and consistent leaf production. Offers reliable growth and a strong, characteristic culantro flavor. Often marketed for home gar |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 38°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 µL/kg·h typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Ethylene exposure can lead to premature yellowing and reduced shelf life, especially at higher temperatures.
Mixed-load compatibility
Odor emitter, low ethylene producer
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Increasing, driven by culinary diversity and growing interest in Latin American and Southeast Asian cuisines.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Pack sizes
- 0.5 oz bunches
- 1 oz bunches
- 4 oz bunches
- 1 lb cases (multiple bunches)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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