Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
philippinense
ID:
606004

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) C.E.Chang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taiwan 2: 417 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605336

Common Names

  • Philippinense Cinnamon
  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Chinese Cinnamon

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Synonyms

  • Machilus acuminatissimus (Hayata) Kaneh. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum acuminatissimum Hayata [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum caudatifolium Hayata [unknown]
  • Persea philippinensis (Merr.) Elmer [unknown]
  • Persea acuminatissima (Hayata) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Machilus philippinensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Machilus acuminatissima (Hayata) Kaneh. & Kaneh. [unknown]
  • Machilus acuminatissima tasulinensis J.C.Liao [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum philippinense (also called 'Philippine Cinnamomum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to the Philippines, 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 philippinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat colds, flu, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cinnamomum philippinense has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum philippinense is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It is native to the Philippines. 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 philippinense

Cinnamomum philippinense can be found in tropical rainforests in the Philippines.

Cinnamomum philippinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum philippinense?

Cinnamomum philippinense

What is the natural habitat of Cinnamomum philippinense?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

How often should Cinnamomum philippinense be watered?

Cinnamomum philippinense 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,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Ching En Chang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Chang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:463615-1: Based on the initial data import