Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
polyadelphum
ID:
606019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lour.) Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 10: 449 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605351

Common Names

  • Polyadelphum Cinnamon
  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Chinese Cinnamon

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Synonyms

  • Camphorina saigonica Farw. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum saigonicum Farw. [unknown]
  • Laurus polyadelpha Lour. [unknown]
  • Camphorina saigonica Farw. ex Merr. [invalid]
  • Cinnamomum saigonicum (Farw. ex Merr.) Farw. ex Merr. [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum polyadelphum (also called 'Many-stamened 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 polyadelphum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and constipation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cinnamomum polyadelphum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum polyadelphum 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 polyadelphum

Cinnamomum polyadelphum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cinnamomum polyadelphum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum polyadelphum?

Cinnamomum polyadelphum

What type of plant is Cinnamomum polyadelphum?

Cinnamomum polyadelphum is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Lauraceae.

Where is Cinnamomum polyadelphum found?

Cinnamomum polyadelphum is native to China.

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-2721546: Based on the initial data import
João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.