Are Anethum Graveolens and Coriander in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Anethum Graveolens for Coriander?

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

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Anethum Graveolens vs Coriander

Anethum graveolens · Coriandrum sativum

Anethum Graveolens

Anethum graveolens

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Anethum
Primary use: culinary

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food.

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 (Anethum vs Coriandrum).
· Both are primarily culinary.
· Evidence tiers — Anethum Graveolens: D; Coriander: D.