Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
nilagiricum
ID:
1331052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Geethakum., Pandur. & Deepu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 224: 283 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343506

Common Names

  • Cinnamomum nilagiricum
  • Nilagiricum Cinnamomum
  • Cinnamomum nilagiricum

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Description

Cinnamomum nilagiricum (also called Nilgiri Cinnamomum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in montane and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum nilagiricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cinnamomum nilagiricum is yellow with a purple center. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum nilagiricum is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated through cuttings or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cinnamomum nilagiricum

Cinnamomum nilagiricum is native to India and can be found in wetland areas.

Cinnamomum nilagiricum FAQ

What is the common name of Cinnamomum nilagiricum?

Nilgiri Cinnamon

What is the scientific name of Nilgiri Cinnamon?

Cinnamomum nilagiricum

What is the natural habitat of Cinnamomum nilagiricum?

It is found in the moist deciduous forests of the Western Ghats in India.

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

Alagramam Govindasamy Pandurangan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pandur.' in the authors string.
M.P. Geethakumary: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Geethakum.' in the authors string.
Sivadas Deepu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deepu' in the authors string.