Are Angelica Dahurica and Coriander in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Angelica Dahurica for Coriander?

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

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Angelica Dahurica vs Coriander

Angelica dahurica · Coriandrum sativum

Angelica Dahurica

Angelica dahurica

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Angelica
Primary use: culinary

Angelica dahurica, commonly known as Dahurian angelica, is a widely grown species of angelica native to Siberia, Russia Far East, Mongolia, Northeastern China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. This species tend to grow near river banks, along streams and among rocky shrubs. The root of …

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 Dahurica: D; Coriander: D.