Native to the tropical regions of south and east Asia, Vietnamese coriander, Persicaria odorata, has both medicinal and culinary uses. Its leaves have a spicy, zingy flavour, and are used in Asian dishes including stir fries, Vietnamese soups (pho) and spring rolls.
Grow plants in a sheltered spot in sun to partial shade, in a rich, fertile soil. Being native to tropical regions, it needs to be overwintered indoors as soon as temperatures start to decrease in autumn.
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Persicaria ‘Odorata’ and wildlife
Persicaria ‘Odorata’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Persicaria ‘Odorata’ poisonous?
Persicaria ‘Odorata’ has no toxic effects reported.
