Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
burmanni
ID:
605612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & T.Nees) Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 569 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604944

Common Names

  • Burmanni Cinnamon
  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Chinese Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Laurus nitida Roxb. [unknown]
  • Laurus burmanni Nees & T.Nees [unknown]
  • Laurus dulcis Roxb. [unknown]
  • Persea nitida (Roxb.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Persea dulcis (Roxb.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum burmanni angustifolium Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum burmanni chinense (Blume) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum ammannii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum cassia Siebold [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum chinense Blume [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum dulce (Roxb.) Nees [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum hainanense Nakai [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum kiamis Nees [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum kiamis Hassk. [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum macrostemon Hayata [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum miaoshanense S.Lee & F.N.Wei [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum mindanaense Elmer [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum mutabile Blume ex Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum nitidum (Roxb.) Hook. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum sieboldii Lukman. [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum suaveolens Lukman. [valid]
  • Cinnamomum thunbergii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum dulce ammannii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum dulce sieboldii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum dulce thunbergii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum dulce (Roxb.) Sweet [deprecated]
  • Cinnamomum mutabile Blume ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Laurus cinnamomum Blanco [illegitimate]
  • Laurus cinnamomoides Nees [invalid]

Description

Cinnamomum burmanni (also called 'Burman's Cinnamomum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and long, narrow leaves. It has fragrant, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum burmanni is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating digestive problems and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cinnamomum burmanni has a small, yellow flower with white markings. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum burmanni can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Cinnamomum burmanni

Cinnamomum burmanni is native to India and is found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.

Cinnamomum burmanni FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum burmanni?

Cinnamomum burmanni

What type of plant is Cinnamomum burmanni?

Cinnamomum burmanni is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae.

Where is Cinnamomum burmanni found?

Cinnamomum burmanni is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Cinnamomum genus

Cinnamomum bhamoensis, Cinnamomum bhaskarii, Cinnamomum bishnupadae, Cinnamomum blandfordii, Cinnamomum champokianum, Cinnamomum lohitensis, Cinnamomum sanjappae, Cinnamomum suvrae, Cinnamomum alibertii, Cinnamomum altissimum, Cinnamomum anacardium, Cinnamomum andersonii, Cinnamomum angustifolium, Cinnamomum angustitepalum, Cinnamomum appelianum, Cinnamomum archboldianum, Cinnamomum arfakense, Cinnamomum assamicum, Cinnamomum aubletii, Cinnamomum aureofulvum, Cinnamomum austro-sinensis, Cinnamomum austro-yunnanense, Cinnamomum baileyanum, Cinnamomum balansae, Cinnamomum bamoense, Cinnamomum beccarii, Cinnamomum bejolghota, Cinnamomum birmanicum, Cinnamomum blumei, Cinnamomum bodinieri, Cinnamomum bonii, Cinnamomum brachythyrsum, Cinnamomum bractifoliaceum, Cinnamomum burmanni, Cinnamomum calciphilum, Cinnamomum calleryi, Cinnamomum cambodianum, Cinnamomum camphora, Cinnamomum capparu-coronde, Cinnamomum carrierii, Cinnamomum caryophyllus, Cinnamomum cebuense, Cinnamomum celebicum, Cinnamomum chantinii, Cinnamomum chartophyllum, Cinnamomum chemungianum, Cinnamomum citriodorum, Cinnamomum clemensii, Cinnamomum contractum, Cinnamomum cordatum,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2721172: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Theodor Friedrich Ludwig Nees von Esenbeck (1787-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Nees' in the authors string.