Cinnamomum panayense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panayense
ID:
605976
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Ginkgoana 6: 46 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605308
Common Names
- Panay Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Chinese Cinnamon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinnamomum panayense (also called Philippine Cinnamon, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the Philippines. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cinnamomum panayense has been used for its antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It has been used to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory illnesses. It has also been used as an insect repellent and as a natural food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cinnamomum panayense are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinnamomum panayense is a small evergreen tree native to the Philippines. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix, and cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Cinnamomum panayense
Cinnamomum panayense can be found in tropical rainforests in the Philippines.
Cinnamomum panayense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum panayense?
Cinnamomum panayense
What is the family of Cinnamomum panayense?
Lauraceae
Where is Cinnamomum panayense found?
Philippines
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-2721507: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.