Essential oil of coriander

The main component of essential oil - linalol (60 - 80% ) and geraniol. In process of maturing of fruits the amount of essential oil decreases, but the content of linalol increases. Receiving 1 kg of essential oil requires about 100 kg of mature seeds. Essential oil from mature fruits - colourless liquid with very pleasant, warm, gentle and spicy smell and taste. In leaves there is a significant amount of vitamins - ascorbic acid, routine, carotene.