Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
kinabaluense
ID:
605829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heine

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 6: 213 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605161

Common Names

  • Kinabaluense Cinnamon
  • Cinnamomum kinabaluense
  • Kinabaluense Cinnamon

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Description

Cinnamomum kinabaluense (also called Kinabalu cinnamon, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to India. It has an upright growth habit and grows to a height of 10–20 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum kinabaluense is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cinnamomum kinabaluense is a small, white flower with a sweet, spicy scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small shrub with thick, woody branches.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum kinabaluense is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Borneo and is widely cultivated as an ornamental. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Cinnamomum kinabaluense

Cinnamomum kinabaluense is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.

Cinnamomum kinabaluense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum kinabaluense?

Cinnamomum kinabaluense

What is the family of Cinnamomum kinabaluense?

Lauraceae

What is the origin of Cinnamomum kinabaluense?

Borneo

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,

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