Are Apium Graveolens and Coriandrum Sativum in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Apium Graveolens for Coriandrum Sativum?

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

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Apium Graveolens vs Coriandrum Sativum

Apium graveolens · Coriandrum sativum

Apium Graveolens

Apium graveolens

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Apium
Primary use: culinary & medicinal

Apium graveolens, known in English as celery, is an Old World species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753.

Coriandrum Sativum

Coriandrum sativum

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Coriandrum
Primary use: culinary & medicinal

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 (Apium vs Coriandrum).
· Both are primarily both.
· Evidence tiers — Apium Graveolens: T; Coriandrum Sativum: T.