Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
parthenoxylon
ID:
605980

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(1): 26 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605312

Common Names

  • Parthenoxylon Cinnamon
  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Chinese Cinnamon

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Synonyms

  • Laurus porrecta Roxb. [unknown]
  • Laurus pruinosa Reinw. ex Blume [unknown]
  • Laurus parthenoxylon Jack [unknown]
  • Litsea pruinosa Nees [illegitimate]
  • Tetranthera camphoracea Wall. ex Meisn. [invalid]
  • Parthenoxylon pruinosum Blume [unknown]
  • Parthenoxylon porrectum (Roxb.) Blume [unknown]
  • Sassafras loureiroi Kostel. [unknown]
  • Sassafras parthenoxylon (Jack) Nees [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum purpureaum H.G.Ye & F.G.Wang [unknown]
  • Camphora chinensis Nees [unknown]
  • Camphora inodora Blume ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Camphora inuncta Nees [unknown]
  • Camphora parthenoxylon (Jack) Nees [unknown]
  • Camphora porrecta (Roxb.) Voigt [unknown]
  • Camphora pseudosassafras Miq. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum barbato-axillatum N.Chao [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum inodorum (Blume ex Miq.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum inunctum (Nees) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum malaccense Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum neesianum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum penninervium Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum porrectum Kosterm. [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum pseudosassafras Meisn. [unknown]
  • Phoebe latifolia Champ. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Persea pseudosassafras Zoll. & Moritzi [unknown]
  • Laurus chinensis Nees [unknown]
  • Parthenoxylon pseudosassafras Blume [unknown]
  • Laurus pseudosassafras Blume [unknown]
  • Laurus glandulifera Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus sassafras Lour. [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum parthenoxylon (also called Indian Cinnamon, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to India. 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 parthenoxylon 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 Vriesea strobeliae are bright red and tubular. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum parthenoxylon is a small evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 parthenoxylon

Cinnamomum parthenoxylon can be found in tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cinnamomum parthenoxylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum parthenoxylon?

Cinnamomum parthenoxylon

What is the family of Cinnamomum parthenoxylon?

Lauraceae

Where is Cinnamomum parthenoxylon found?

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

Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:463600-1: Based on the initial data import