Absolutely, they are! Cilantro is an annual herb reaped from the Coriandrum Sativum plant. Cilantro is a Spanish name for coriander, as it is referred to in India. It is also known as Chinese parsley in parts of Asia. In India, cilantro is also popularly known as kothimbir or dhaniya. All parts of the plant, including the seeds (coriander seeds) are edible, and are used to flavor different cuisines across the world.