Coriander(C. sativum L.) belonging to the family Umbelli ferae/Apiaceae is a glabrous aromatic, herbaceous annual plant which has a long history as a culinary herb being the source of aroma compounds and EOs with biologically active components possessing antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant activities and thus C. sativum is useful in food preparation(as a flavouring agent and adjuvant) and preservation as well in preventing food borne diseases and food spoilage.