Culantro Live Plants – 2–3 Plants per Pot | Ngo Gai | Eryngium foetidum
About This Plant
Culantro (Ngo Gai), Botanical Name: Eryngium foetidum, is a tropical perennial culinary herb valued for its aromatic green leaves and distinctive earthy flavor. Plants are mature live herbs shipped as a group of 2–3 plants that grow together in a single container.
What You Will Receive
2–3 live Culantro plants growing together in a single 3.5-inch pot. The plants should remain together and can be repotted into a 6-inch pot or planted directly in garden soil. Ready to transplant upon arrival.
Growing Information
- Common Name: Culantro / Ngo Gai
- Botanical Name: Eryngium foetidum
- Plant Type: Tropical perennial culinary herb
- Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight; tolerates brighter conditions with adequate moisture
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Watering: Low to moderate once established; relatively drought tolerant
- Mature Height: Approximately 8–18 inches
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Foliage: Aromatic green leaves
- Uses: Pho, soups, salads, sauces, herb gardens, containers
- Container Friendly: Yes
Care Tips
Keep the 2–3 plants together when repotting. Move the group into a 6-inch pot or plant directly in suitable garden soil. Provide partial shade or filtered sunlight in hot climates, use well-draining soil, and water after transplanting to help roots establish. Maintain consistent moisture during the initial adjustment period.
Live Plant Notice
Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.
Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.
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