Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Ginkgoana 6: 45 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605330
Common Names
- Perglabrum Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Chinese Cinnamon
Description
Cinnamomum perglabrum (also called 'Smooth Cinnamomum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to India, and is found in the tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen tree with a weeping habit and fragrant leaves, and has small, white flowers and red fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Cinnamomum perglabrum 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
Cinnamomum perglabrum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cinnamomum perglabrum is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is cultivated for its aromatic bark and leaves, which are used in cooking and traditional medicine. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cinnamomum perglabrum
Cinnamomum perglabrum can be found in tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Cinnamomum perglabrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum perglabrum?
Cinnamomum perglabrum
What is the natural habitat of Cinnamomum perglabrum?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
How often should Cinnamomum perglabrum be watered?
Cinnamomum perglabrum should be watered once a week.
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,