Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
malabathrum
ID:
605883

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) J.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prir. Rostlin 2: 46 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605215

Common Names

  • Cinnamomum malabathrum
  • Malabathrum Cinnamon
  • Cinnamon Tree

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Synonyms

  • Laurus malabatrum Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Laurus malabathrica Roxb. [unknown]
  • Camphora multinervia Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum malabathricum (Roxb.) Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum nicolsonianum Manilal & Shylaja [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum ochraceum Blume [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum rheedei Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum smithii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum wrightii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum malabatrum rheedei Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum malabatrum smithii Lukman. [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum malabathrum (also called Indian cassia, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows up to 10–15 m tall, with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum malabathrum is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, as a medicinal herb, and for its essential oil. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cinnamomum malabathrum has small, white, fragrant flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum malabathrum is a tropical evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooting occurs.

Where to Find Cinnamomum malabathrum

Cinnamomum malabathrum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cinnamomum malabathrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum malabathrum?

Cinnamomum malabathrum

What is the common name of Cinnamomum malabathrum?

Ceylon cinnamon

What is the natural range of Cinnamomum malabathrum?

India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar

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-2721423: Based on the initial data import
Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.