Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh. & Sasaki
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 20: 380 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605164
Common Names
- Kotoense Cinnamon
- Cinnamomum kotoense
- Kotoense Cinnamon
Description
Cinnamomum kotoense (also called Koto 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 kotoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat colds, flu, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cinnamomum kotoense 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cinnamomum kotoense is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Japan 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 kotoense
Cinnamomum kotoense is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Cinnamomum kotoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum kotoense?
Cinnamomum kotoense
What is the family of Cinnamomum kotoense?
Lauraceae
What is the origin of Cinnamomum kotoense?
Japan
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,