Are Angelica Sinensis and Coriander in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Angelica Sinensis for Coriander?

They share the Apiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Angelica Sinensis vs Coriander

Angelica sinensis · Coriandrum sativum

Angelica Sinensis

Angelica sinensis

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Angelica
Primary use: culinary

Angelica sinensis, commonly known as dong quai or female ginseng, is a herb belonging to the family Apiaceae, indigenous to China. A. sinensis grows in cool high altitude mountains in East Asia. The yellowish brown root of the plant is harvested in the fall and used in traditiona…

Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Coriandrum
Primary use: culinary

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soapli…

At a glance

· Both in Apiaceae, but different genera (Angelica vs Coriandrum).
· Both are primarily culinary.
· Evidence tiers — Angelica Sinensis: D; Coriander: D.