Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a widely utilized culinary herb with a rich history of medicinal uses across diverse cultural traditions. This study explores the relationship between the ethnomedicinal uses and phytochemistry of C. sativum by conducting an untargeted analysis of bioactive compounds in cilantro leaf and stem tissues using Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Relative quantification was performed using apigenin and quercetin as standards. The analysis revealed several bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, an antioxidant properties, demonstrating significant differences in relative abundance between leaf and stem tissues. This phytochemical profiling bridges traditional knowledge and scientific understanding, providing a foundation for future phytotherapy research and promoting cilantro’s intentional consumption as a functional food.

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Greta Schuster

Department of Agriculture, Agribusiness and Environmental Sciences