Coriander varieties

Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Rajasthan (formerly RAU) · Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner

Tall, erect growth with large bold seeds suited to the spice trade. High essential oil content (0.5–0.8%). Resistant to stem gall disease. Well-regarded commercial variety for irrigated coriander cultivation in Rajasthan.

ICAR-National Research Centre on Seed Spices (NRCSS), Ajmer, Rajasthan · ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer · 2014–2015

Exceptional resistance to stem gall disease with no field symptoms under hotspot conditions. Developed through rigorous multi-location trials. High yield even when other varieties falter under disease pressure.

ICAR-National Research Centre on Seed Spices (NRCSS), Ajmer, Rajasthan · ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer · 2018

High-yielding with explicit powdery mildew resistance—a major concern in humid pockets of Rajasthan. Notified for commercial cultivation under timely-sown conditions. Good performance across rainfed and irrigated systems.

ICAR-National Research Centre on Seed Spices (NRCSS), Ajmer, Rajasthan · ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer · 2019

High-yielding variety approved for all coriander-growing regions of India. Developed to bridge yield gaps across diverse climates from Rajasthan to Bihar, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, and Chhattisgarh. Represents a major step toward pan-India coriander productivity gains.

Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Rajasthan (formerly RAU) · Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner

Medium-duration variety optimized for irrigated cultivation. Bushy, erect plants with bold seeds. Moderate tolerance to root-knot nematode and powdery mildew make it a practical choice for variable growing conditions.

Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Rajasthan (formerly RAU) · Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner

Semi-dwarf, bushy plant architecture with bold seeds. Resistant to root rot and root-knot nematode, making it ideal for heavy soils and moisture-limited conditions typical of south Rajasthan. Quick early growth enables faster establishment.

CCS Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar, Haryana · CCSHAU, Hisar

Medium-sized seeds with excellent aroma and fragrance. Released at national level. Widely grown across northern irrigated coriander zones, valued in the spice and culinary trade for its aromatic profile.

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bengaluru, Karnataka · ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

Unique multicut leafy coriander—a departure from traditional seed varieties. Bushy, high-yielding plants with broad, short-lobed leaves. Rich in vitamin C (167 mg/100g FW). Late-flowering trait enables extended harvest periods and premium fresh market positioning.

Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, Maharashtra · Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth; genetic improvement of local Konkan germplasm

Leafy type with exceptional aromatic quality—aldehyde content (48,900 ppm) is 5–6 times higher than other coriander varieties. Broad, attractive dark green leaves with reddish-tinged petioles. Excellent for premium fresh market and culinary use. No pest or disease incidence noted in field trials.

Andhra Pradesh research and development stations (origin Guntur) · State Agricultural University or ICAR institute in Andhra Pradesh

Improved variety for dual-purpose cultivation (leaf and seed). Medium duration. Bushy nature suits green leaf picking without sacrificing seed yield potential. Performs well in moisture-retentive black soils common in southern states.

Andhra Pradesh research stations · State Agricultural University or ICAR centre in Andhra Pradesh

High-yielding, short-duration variety developed for intensive Andhra Pradesh cultivation. Matures quickly (80–85 days), enabling multiple cycles in a season. Escapes powdery mildew through its early maturity. Good export-market characteristics.

Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (RVSKVV), Indore, Madhya Pradesh · RVSKVV, Indore

Aromatic variety with good adaptability to diverse soil and climatic conditions across central India. Noted for fragrance and consistency across seasons. Performs under both rainfed and irrigated systems typical of Madhya Pradesh farming.