Bolivian Coriander - Definition and Overview

Bolivian Coriander or Quillquiña (also spelled Quirquiña/Quilquiña) or Killi is an herb plant whose leaves can be used as a seasoning. Their taste has been described as "somewhere between arugula, cilantro and rue." The plant is commonly grown in Mexico and South America for use in salsas. When full-grown, this annual grows to about 5 feet in height and 3 feet in diameter. Its scientific name is Porophyllum ruderale.

External links

• Bolivian coriander with Rocoto peppers in salsa (http://www.rocoto.com/quirquina.html)
• Gardenweb forum thread (http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/herbs/msg080014483058.html)
• USDA ITIS entry (http://www.itis.usda.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=38263)

Seed sources

• Sand Hill Preservation (http://www.sandhillpreservation.com/Seeds.htm)
• Salt Spring Seeds (http://saltspringseeds.com/catalog/herbmedicinal.cfm)
• Seeds of Change (http://www.seedsofchange.com)